United States African Development Foundation Dissolution Act
Senate Bill Would Shut Down U.S. African Development Foundation, Transfer Duties to State Dept.
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Key Points
- Congress would shut down the U.S. African Development Foundation, ending the agency entirely.
- The law that created and governed the Foundation would be repealed, removing its legal authority to operate.
- All of the Foundation’s duties would move to the Secretary of State, along with any leftover funds, property, and ongoing responsibilities.
- The State Department would take over references to the Foundation in official documents and agreements going forward.
- The bill says this transfer does not mean the Foundation’s officers must be rehired, which could affect current staff jobs.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
United States African Development Foundation Dissolution Act
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