Department of State
Foreign affairs, diplomacy, embassies, and international aid.
Budget & Spending
Budget Authority
$16.18 trillion
Obligated
$36.47 billion
% of Federal Budget
0.01%
Source: USAspending.gov · Current fiscal year
Related Legislation
To ensure that significantly more students graduate college with the international knowledge and experience essential for success in today's global economy through the establishment of the Senator Paul Simon Study Abroad Program in the Department of State.
Biodefense Diplomacy Enhancement Act
National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
This is a federal spending bill that allocates money for national security, the Department of State, and related government programs for fiscal year 2027 (October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027). The bill provides funding for military operations, diplomatic activities, foreign aid, and related government functions.
Tech Diplomacy Training Act
Expeditionary Diplomacy Act
This bill directs the Department of State to promote and expand 'expeditionary diplomacy,' which involves diplomats traveling to remote, underdeveloped, or conflict-affected regions to conduct diplomatic work directly in those areas rather than solely from embassy offices. The bill aims to increase U.S. diplomatic presence and engagement in places that are difficult to access or underserved by traditional diplomatic operations.