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American Decade of Sports Act

Reported from committee: it can still change before the session ends.

US HR 5021 · House Bill · 119th Congress

Stage
Reported from committee
Started in
House
Sponsors
32
Latest action
Dec 3, 2025

What it does

The American Decade of Sports Act would require the Department of State to develop and submit a 5-year sports diplomacy strategy within 120 days of enactment, and a subsequent strategy every five years, to leverage major U.S.-hosted sporting events from 2024 to 2034 to enhance U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership. It would establish an Office of Sports Diplomacy within the Department of State, mandating at least three additional full-time staff to coordinate implementation across bureaus, partner with host cities and stakeholders, streamline visa processes for athletes and visitors, and promote cultural and commercial engagement. The bill requires public…

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced (Done)

    Aug 22, 2025

  2. Committee (Current step)

    Reported from committee · Dec 3, 2025

  3. Floor (Not started)

  4. Law (Not started)

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