Bill · S. 5131· Senate(119-S-5131)
CORE Pacific Act
- Introduced
- 7/23/2026
- Last activity
- 7/23/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Sponsored by
- Brian Schatz
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Consular Operations and Regional Engagement in the Pacific Act," seeks to study the feasibility of attaching Department of State consular officers to Coast Guard and Navy missions in Pacific Island countries. It directs the Secretary of State to coordinate with various military leaders to analyze this initiative. The resulting report must examine the demand for consular services and the costs involved for multiple government agencies. It also requires an evaluation of the logistical needs, such as space and technology on vessels. Ultimately, the bill aims to determine if these missions can better serve citizens in regions without United States embassies.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+4
The bill aims to strengthen relations with the governments and citizens of Pacific Island countries through increased consular engagement.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+3
The bill studies ways to facilitate consular decisions and visa services for people in the Pacific region.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+2
The bill aims to save citizens of Pacific Island countries time and resources when accessing essential consular services.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Access to Consular Services: The report aims to assess how this initiative could save citizens of Pacific Island countries time and resources by allowing them to receive consular services or have decisions adjudicated, especially in locations that do not host United States embassies (Section 4(b)(2)).
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Addressing Service Challenges: The initiative includes an assessment of the current demand and the specific challenges citizens of Pacific Island countries face when trying to obtain consular services (Section 4(b)(1)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Potential Disruptions to Military Missions: The report must examine if there would be disruptions to planned Coast Guard and Navy missions caused by visits to locations needing consular assistance (Section 4(b)(4)(C)).
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Impacts on Vessel Operations and Security: The evaluation must consider the potential impacts that having consular officers on board could have on the operations and security of Coast Guard and Navy vessels (Section 4(b)(5)(E)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants+3Good For Low Income Households+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+4Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+1
- 7/23/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Tammy DuckworthDemocrat · Illinois
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
Roger WickerRepublican · Mississippi