The American Decade of Sports Act (Proposed Amendment)

The Frame

What this does

If enacted, this amendment would mandate the Department of State to create a formal strategy and new office to manage how the U.S. uses major international sporting events to influence foreign relations and streamline visa processes for international visitors and athletes.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Department of State

The department is required to establish a new office, develop multi-year strategies, and submit regular reports to Congress.

International athletes and support staff

The amendment mandates the creation of plans to expedite and secure their visa processes for U.S.-hosted sporting events.

Host cities

The Office of Sports Diplomacy is tasked with partnering with host cities to identify engagement opportunities and deepen economic ties.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Background

S. 4784 is the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which sets funding and policy for the Department of Defense. context

Summary

This proposed Senate amendment creates a formal 'Office of Sports Diplomacy' within the Department of State to leverage major international sporting events hosted in the U.S. between 2024 and 2034. It requires the Secretary of State to develop and report on a 5-year strategy to use these events to enhance U.S. , diplomatic ties, and visa processing efficiency.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'mega-decade of sports'?

It refers to major international sporting events hosted in the U.S. between 2024 and 2034, including the 2024 Copa America, 2025 Club World Cup, 2026 FIFA World Cup, 2028 Summer Olympics, 2031/2033 Rugby World Cups, and 2034 Winter Olympics.

What will the new Office of Sports Diplomacy do?

It will manage sports diplomacy exchange programs, coordinate with host cities and the sports industry, engage diaspora communities, and work to ensure efficient visa processing for international visitors and athletes.

How long will this office exist?

The office is set to 10 years after the date of the Act's enactment.

Why It Matters

If enacted, this amendment would mandate the Department of State to create a formal strategy and new office to manage how the U.S. uses major international sporting events to influence foreign relations and streamline visa processes for international visitors and athletes.

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Senate Scheduling Update for S. 4784

The Senate has agreed to delay the vote on a cloture motion for S. 4784 until after the confirmation vote for the Schwartz nomination. This procedural

Discoveries

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Formalization of Sports Diplomacy

The amendment marks a shift toward institutionalizing sports diplomacy within the State Department by creating a dedicated office rather than relying on ad-hoc efforts.

Department of State Office of Sports Diplomacy

Connected Entities

personMr. Padilla“U.S. Senator who co-sponsored the amendment.”Map →

personMs. Rosen“U.S. Senator who submitted the amendment.”Map →

organizationOffice of Sports Diplomacy“A new office to be established within the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Aff”Map →

personMr. Curtis“U.S. Senator who co-sponsored the amendment.”Map →

organizationDepartment of State“The agency tasked with implementing the sports diplomacy strategy and housing th”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.govinfo.gov

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