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114TH CONGRESS REPORT " ! HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2d Session 114–693 

STATE, FOREIGN OPERATIONS, AND RELATED PROGRAMS 

APPROPRIATIONS BILL, 2017 

JULY 15, 2016.—Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of 

the Union and ordered to be printed 

Ms. GRANGER, from the Committee on Appropriations, 

submitted the following 

R E P O R T 

together with 

MINORITY VIEWS 

[To accompany H.R. 5912] 

The Committee on Appropriations submits the following report in 

explanation of the accompanying bill making appropriations for the 

Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs, for 

the fiscal year ending September 30, 2017, and for other purposes. 

INDEX TO BILL AND REPORT 

Page number 

Bill Report 

Overview ..................................................................................................... ........ 4 

Title—I Department of State and Related Agency: 2 10 

Department of State: 2 10 

Administration of Foreign Affairs ..................................................... 2 10 

Diplomatic and Consular Programs .................................................. 2 10 

Capital Investment Fund ................................................................... 6 18 

Office of Inspector General ................................................................. 6 18 

Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs ................................ 6 19 

Representation Expenses ................................................................... 7 20 

Protection of Foreign Missions and Officials .................................... 7 21 

Embassy Security, Construction, and Maintenance ......................... 8 21 

Emergencies in the Diplomatic and Consular Service ..................... 9 24 

Repatriation Loans Program Account ............................................... 9 24 

Payment to the American Institute in Taiwan ................................. 9 25 

Payment to the Foreign Service Retirement and Disability Fund 9 25 

International Organizations: 10 25 

Contributions to International Organizations .................................. 10 25 

Contributions for International Peacekeeping Activities ................. 12 28 


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Page number 

Bill Report 

International Commissions: 15 30 

International Boundary and Water Commission, United States 

and Mexico ....................................................................................... 16 30 

American Sections, International Commissions ............................... 16 30 

International Fisheries Commissions ................................................ 17 31 

Related Agency .................................................................................... 17 31 

Broadcasting Board of Governors ............................................... 17 31 

Related Programs ................................................................................ 19 33 

The Asia Foundation ................................................................... 19 33 

United States Institute of Peace ................................................. 19 34 

Center for Middle Eastern-Western Dialogue Trust Fund ....... 20 34 

Eisenhower Exchange Fellowship Program ............................... 20 34 

Israeli Arab Scholarship Program .............................................. 21 35 

East-West Center ......................................................................... ........ 35 

National Endowment for Democracy ......................................... 21 35 

Other Commissions ............................................................................. 21 36 

Commission for the Preservation of America’s Heritage 

Abroad ....................................................................................... 21 36 

United States Commission on International Religious Freedom ............................................................................................ 22 36 

Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe ............... 22 37 

Congressional-Executive Commission on the People’s Republic of China ................................................................................ 23 37 

United States-China Economic and Security Review Commission ............................................................................................ 23 37 

Title II—United States Agency for International Development: 24 38 

Funds Appropriated to the President ................................................ 24 38 

Operating Expenses ..................................................................... 24 38 

Capital Investment Fund ............................................................ 25 39 

Office of Inspector General ......................................................... 25 39 

Title III—Bilateral Economic Assistance: 26 40 

Funds Appropriated to the President ................................................ 26 40 

Global Health Programs .............................................................. 26 40 

Development Assistance .............................................................. 31 44 

International Disaster Assistance .............................................. 32 49 

Transition Initiatives ................................................................... 32 49 

Complex Crises Fund .................................................................. ........ 50 

Development Credit Authority ................................................... 32 50 

Economic Support Fund .............................................................. 35 51 

Democracy Fund .......................................................................... 35 55 

Assistance for Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia ..................... 36 55 

Department of State ........................................................................... 37 56 

Migration and Refugee Assistance ............................................. 37 56 

United States Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance 

Fund .......................................................................................... ........ 58 

Independent Agencies ......................................................................... 37 59 

Peace Corps .................................................................................. 37 59 

Millennium Challenge Corporation ............................................ 39 59 

Inter-American Foundation ........................................................ 41 59 

United States African Development Foundation ...................... 41 60 

Department of the Treasury .............................................................. 42 60 

International Affairs Technical Assistance ................................ 42 60 

Title IV—International Security Assistance: 43 60 

Department of State ........................................................................... 43 60 

International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement ........... 43 60 

Nonproliferation, Anti-Terrorism, Demining and Related Programs ......................................................................................... 44 63 

Peacekeeping Operations ............................................................ 47 64 

Funds Appropriated to the President ................................................ 47 65 


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International Military Education and Training ........................ 47 65 

Foreign Military Financing Program ......................................... 48 65 

Title V—Multilateral Assistance: 51 69 

Funds Appropriated to the President ................................................ ........ 69 

International Organizations and Programs ............................... ........ 69 

International Financial Institutions .................................................. 51 69 

Global Environment Facility ....................................................... 51 70 

Contribution to the International Development Association ... 52 70 

Contribution to the International Bank for Reconstruction 

and Development ...................................................................... 52 70 

Contribution to the Clean Technology Fund ............................. ........ 70 

Contribution to the Strategic Climate Fund ............................. ........ 70 

Contribution to the Green Climate Fund .................................. ........ 71 

Contribution to the Inter-American Development Bank .......... 52 71 

Contribution to the Asian Development Fund .......................... 52 71 

Contribution to the Asian Development Bank .......................... ........ 71 

Contribution to the African Development Bank ....................... 53 71 

Contribution to the African Development Fund ........................ 53 72 

Contribution to the International Fund for Agricultural Development .................................................................................. 53 72 

Global Agriculture and Food Security Program ........................ 53 72 

Contribution to the North American Development Bank ......... 54 72 

Contribution to the Global Infrastructure Facility ................... ........ 72 

Contribution to the Central America and Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Program .............................................. ........ 72 

Title VI—Export and Investment Assistance: 54 73 

Export-Import Bank of the United States ........................................ 54 73 

Overseas Private Investment Corporation ........................................ 57 73 

Trade and Development Agency ........................................................ 59 74 

Title VII—General Provisions: 59 74 

Title VIII—Overseas Contingency Operations/Global War on Terrorism: ..................................................................................................... 266 96 

Department of State ........................................................................... 266 96 

Administration of Foreign Affairs ..................................................... 266 96 

Diplomatic and Consular Programs ........................................... 266 96 

Office of Inspector General ......................................................... 267 97 

Embassy Security, Construction, and Maintenance ................. 268 97 

International Organizations ............................................................... 268 97 

Contributions to International Organizations ........................... 268 97 

Contributions for International Peacekeeping Activities ......... 268 97 

Mechanism for Peace Operations Response .............................. ........ 98 

Related Agency .................................................................................... 269 98 

Broadcasting Board of Governors ............................................... 269 98 

United States Agency for International Development ..................... 269 98 

Funds Appropriated to the President ................................................ 269 98 

Operating Expenses ..................................................................... 269 98 

Capital Investment Fund ............................................................ ........ 98 

Bilateral Economic Assistance ........................................................... 270 99 

Funds Appropriated to the President ................................................ 270 99 

International Disaster Assistance .............................................. 270 99 

Transition Initiatives ................................................................... 270 99 

Complex Crises Fund .................................................................. ........ 99 

Economic Support Fund .............................................................. 270 99 

Assistance for Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia ..................... 271 100 

Department of State ........................................................................... 271 100 

Migration and Refugee Assistance ............................................. 271 100 

United States Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance 

Fund .......................................................................................... 271 100 

International Security Assistance ..................................................... 272 100 


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Department of State ........................................................................... 272 100 

International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement ........... 272 100 

Nonproliferation, Anti-Terrorism, Demining and Related Programs ......................................................................................... 272 101 

Peacekeeping Operations ............................................................ 273 101 

Funds Appropriated to the President ................................................ 273 101 

Foreign Military Financing Program ......................................... 273 101 

General Provisions .............................................................................. 274 101 

Title IX—Additional General Provision: 275 102 

Spending Reduction Account .............................................................. 275 102 

House of Representatives Reporting Requirements ................................ ........ 102 

OVERVIEW 

The Committee recommendation for fiscal year 2017 for activities 

under the jurisdiction of the Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs is $52,080,000,000 in new discretionary budget authority, which is $595,000,000 below the fiscal 

year 2016 enacted level and $691,443,000 below the fiscal year 

2017 request. Within the total funding provided, the recommendation includes $14,895,000,000 in title VIII for Overseas Contingency Operations/Global War on Terrorism, pursuant to the authority contained in section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget 

and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation, as detailed in the bill and this 

report, yields savings by terminating or not providing funding for 

many accounts and reducing funds for programs from the prior 

year and the request, while targeting increases for higher priority 

programs. 

The Committee recommendation prioritizes security programs, 

including embassy security and international security assistance; 

humanitarian, health, and development assistance; programs that 

promote democracy and American ideals; and oversight, transparency, and accountability measures. The Committee provides 

guidance under this heading on reprogramming, notification, reporting, and consultation requirements contained in the bill and 

this report. 

SECURITY PROGRAMS

The Committee continues its focus on supporting programs that 

are critical to the national security interests of the United States, 

as well as to the security of our allies and partners in the fight 

against terrorism. The bill reflects a commitment to support embassy security and international security assistance. 

Embassy Security 

The Committee continues to prioritize the security of diplomatic 

and development staff and the facilities where they work by fully 

funding the request for Embassy Security, Construction, and Maintenance and Worldwide Security Protection. To ensure proper oversight of funds, the bill also expands reporting requirements for new 

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Near East 

The Committee continues to provide unwavering support for 

Israel’s security, which is reflected by full funding for the United 

States-Israel Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at 

$3,100,000,000. The Committee also supports the request for security and economic assistance for Egypt and notes that maintaining 

security cooperation with Egypt is critical for stability in the region. 

The Committee recommendation strongly supports Jordan by providing not less than $1,275,000,000 to meet economic and security needs and to address the extraordinary strain on Jordan from 

unrest in the region as the country continues to host significant 

numbers of refugees. 

The Committee recommendation also provides critical assistance 

to stop the advances of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant 

(ISIL) and other terrorist groups and promote stability in Iraq. The 

Committee expects that funds will be made available to promote 

security in all areas of Iraq, including the Kurdistan region, and 

specifically directs funds to address the security and economic challenges faced by the Kurdistan Regional Government. The Committee notes that a spend plan and advance notification are required before funds are obligated for Iraq, pursuant to sections 

7015 and 7076 of this Act. 

The Committee recognizes the positive steps made by Tunisia 

along its democratic transition and notes with concern the terrorist 

threats Tunisia continues to face. Therefore, the Committee recommendation includes $160,400,000 for Tunisia, which is above the 

fiscal year 2016 enacted level and the request, to address instability and bolster security, support the promotion of democracy, and 

help stabilize the economy. 

The Committee is deeply concerned about the nuclear ambitions 

of Iran and the resulting threat to the United States and our allies. 

The Committee recommendation strengthens reporting requirements from the prior year related to the Joint Comprehensive Plan 

of Action and other issues related to Iran. 

Afghanistan and Pakistan 

The Committee notes the continued importance of United States 

assistance to secure and stabilize Afghanistan and Pakistan. The 

Committee understands that the staffing and programming requirements in these countries will remain under continuous review 

and, for that reason, has not designated specific funding recommendations. The Committee expects the Administration to refine its plans for programs, facilities, and staff in consultation with 

the Committees on Appropriations. The Committee further requires 

spend plans and advance notifications before funds are obligated 

for Afghanistan and Pakistan, pursuant to sections 7015 and 7076 

of this Act. 

Latin America 

To address security concerns in Latin America, the Committee 

recommendation provides strong support for Colombia, Mexico, and 

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tivities in the region, in order to fight drug trafficking and violent 

crime before it reaches the borders of the United States. 

The Committee remains concerned about the thousands of unaccompanied children that continue to arrive at the southern border 

of the United States from Central America. The Committee notes 

the positive steps taken by the governments of El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras since the crisis peaked during the summer of 

2014, including through the development of a joint plan to address 

shared challenges in the region, and the progress made by these 

countries to meet conditions included in the Department of State, 

Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 

2016. 

The Committee recommendation maintains funding at the fiscal 

year 2016 enacted level for the United States Strategy for Engagement in Central America (the Strategy), but conditions all assistance to the central governments of the Northern Triangle countries 

of El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras to ensure their commitment is sustained. The funding recommendation to implement the 

Strategy prioritizes security and includes $393,000,000 for the Central America Regional Security Initiative (CARSI), which is above 

the fiscal year 2016 enacted level and the request, in order to enhance border security; counter the activities of criminal gangs, drug 

traffickers and organized crime; and combat human smuggling and 

trafficking. The Committee believes that challenges in the region 

span more than just the Northern Triangle countries and includes 

enhanced resources to address security needs in neighboring countries, including targeted assistance to improve the capability of the 

Government of Costa Rica to respond to security challenges. The 

Committee supports continued resources to train security forces in 

the region and expects the Government of Colombia to continue to 

contribute its expertise in this area. 

Ukraine and Other Countries in Europe and Eurasia 

The Committee is troubled by the continued threat faced by 

Ukraine and other countries in Europe and Eurasia due to Russian 

aggression. In response, the Committee recommendation takes the 

following steps: (1) prohibits any assistance to the central government of the Russian Federation; (2) maintains the fiscal year 2016 

enacted level for Assistance for Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia; 

(3) bolsters assistance to Ukraine; (4) provides $50,000,000 under 

Foreign Military Financing Program that can be accessed for European and Eurasian countries, which is in addition to funding otherwise provided to these countries; (5) makes funds available for 

broadcasting to the region to counter Russian propaganda and for 

independent media in Ukraine; and (6) maintains humanitarian accounts at the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, which will help address the significant number of displaced people affected by conflict 

in Ukraine and, if needed, to respond to further Russian aggression 

and resulting displacement. 

Programs to Combat Terrorism 

The Committee continues to be concerned about the threat of terrorism globally and provides support throughout the bill for programs to address this threat to the national security of the United 

States. 


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The Committee recommendation provides $419,500,000 for 

antiterrorism programs, which is above the fiscal year 2016 enacted level and the request. Funds are intended to prevent and 

counter terrorist safe havens and to assist partners in the fight 

against ISIL and other terrorist groups. The Committee further 

notes the rise of terrorism in Africa and maintains the fiscal year 

2016 enacted level for the Trans-Sahara Counterterrorism Partnership and the Partnership for Regional East Africa Counterterrorism. 

Programs to Combat Wildlife Poaching and Trafficking 

The Committee continues its focus on efforts to stop wildlife 

poaching and trafficking and notes that such activities provide lucrative resources for criminal networks, some with links to terrorism, thereby further contributing to instability around the 

world. The Committee recommendation includes $80,000,000 to address this crisis, which is above the request and the same as the 

fiscal year 2016 enacted level. 

HUMANITARIAN, HEALTH, AND DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE

The Committee notes that foreign assistance helps to advance 

foreign policy and national security objectives and that such support also reflects the values, generosity, and goodwill of the American people. The Committee understands that disease, hunger, poverty, and displacement of vulnerable people around the world can 

threaten and destabilize countries and governments and thereby 

undermine the national security of the United States. 

To address crises around the world resulting from large-scale displacement and instability, the Committee recommendation maintains the extraordinary level of funding provided for disaster and 

refugee assistance in fiscal year 2016. The Committee notes that, 

according to the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner 

for Refugees, the number of refugees, asylum-seekers, and displaced people is now at its highest level in the post-World War II 

era. 

As the Syrian conflict continues and the security and humanitarian situation grows more complex in the surrounding region, the 

Committee remains concerned about the increasing burden and resulting instability in the communities that host refugees and displaced persons. In addition to funds provided under International 

Disaster Assistance, Migration and Refugee Assistance, and Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance, the Committee recommendation provides funds under Economic Support Fund and 

Development Assistance to increase assistance to host communities 

with large refugee populations, and the Committee expects needs 

in Iraq, Jordan, and Lebanon to be prioritized. 

The Committee recommendation continues to devote significant 

resources to critical health concerns around the world, such as improving the health of mothers and children and combatting HIV/ 

AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria. The Committee highlights the inclusion of funds to promote global health security and address 

emerging health threats. 

The Committee recommendation maintains the fiscal year 2016 

enacted level for Development Assistance and the Millennium 

Challenge Corporation (MCC) and notes that economic growth and 


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education are key aspects of long-term development. The Committee continues to support independent evaluations and monitoring of development programs and course corrections for programs that are not meeting their stated goals. 

PROGRAMS THAT PROMOTE DEMOCRACY AND AMERICAN IDEALS

The Committee notes that during this time of unprecedented political change in many countries around the world, American leadership is critical. It is imperative that assistance is provided to advance democracy worldwide. The Committee is concerned about increased repression of civil society in many countries, which inhibits 

the ability of citizens to exercise their fundamental freedoms, such 

as freedom of association, speech, and religion. This disturbing 

global trend requires a renewed focus on democracy promotion in 

order to overcome obstacles put in place by increasingly repressive 

governments. 

The Committee recommendation, therefore, exceeds the request 

for the National Endowment for Democracy and the Democracy 

Fund and maintains language in section 7032 for democracy programs at not less than the fiscal year 2016 enacted level. The Committee recommendation also fully funds the request for international broadcasting activities, maintains funding for the Peace 

Corps, and increases funding for educational and cultural exchange 

programs in order to further promote American values and democratic principles. 

The Committee places special emphasis on efforts to address 

human trafficking, so that men, women, and children around the 

world can live without fear of exploitation and have the freedom to 

choose their own future. The Committee continues its commitment 

to address this issue by increasing funding for anti-trafficking programs to $65,000,000, which is above the fiscal year 2016 enacted 

level and the request, and also by fully funding the request for the 

Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons at the Department of State. 

OVERSIGHT, TRANSPARENCY, AND ACCOUNTABILITY

The Committee takes seriously its responsibility to conduct proper oversight, and during calendar year 2016, the Subcommittee on 

State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs held eight hearings and briefings in order to prioritize funding requests; understand the political, economic, and security situation in critical countries around the world; and improve transparency and effectiveness 

of programs. Additionally, the Surveys and Investigations staff of 

the Committee continues to review programs and provide updates 

on studies that began in prior years. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) also provides reports on matters within the jurisdiction of the Subcommittee, and the cooperation of GAO is 

greatly appreciated. 

Proper management of taxpayer dollars must be a focus of all 

United States Government agencies, and this is particularly important for the Department of State, the United States Agency for 

International Development (USAID), and other agencies charged 

with advancing the interests of the United States around the 

world. Waste, fraud, and abuse in the programs funded in this bill 

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parency, and accountability, the Committee has fully funded the requests for the Inspectors General of agencies within the jurisdiction 

of the Subcommittee, and maintained or strengthened provisions 

contained in prior years on multi-year commitments, direct funding 

for governments and local organizations, and the United Nations. 

In addition, the Committee continues its focus on reducing unnecessary expenditures and expects the Departments and agencies 

funded by this Act to work with the Office of Management and 

Budget (OMB) to reduce printing and reproduction costs and directs agencies to provide information in the congressional budget 

justification (CBJ) for fiscal year 2018 on reductions made in fiscal 

year 2017 as a result of such efforts. 

The Committee notes with concern the management challenges 

faced by the Department of State and USAID. For this reason, the 

Committee recommendation takes steps to promote improved management of resources provided in this Act with a focus on the following: (1) modernizing how assistance is provided to the militaries 

of our allies and partners; (2) addressing deficiencies in information 

technology, including financial systems, e-mail and records management, and cyber-security; and (3) providing funding for the 

ForeignAssistance.gov Web site to make foreign assistance data 

more accessible to the public. 

REPROGRAMMING, NOTIFICATION, REPORTING, AND CONSULTATION

REQUIREMENTS

The Committee recommendation grants limited reprogramming 

authorities to ensure that funds are devoted to the highest priorities, particularly due to changes in circumstances of countries facing unrest, terrorism, and violence. The Committee notes that reprogramming notifications must be submitted subject to the regular notification procedures of the Committees on Appropriations. 

For the purposes of the bill and this report, ‘‘regular notification 

procedures’’ means notification must be provided 15 days in advance of obligation of funds. The Committee cautions that, pursuant to section 7015(e), advance notification requirements may only 

be waived if failure to do so would pose a substantial risk to 

human health or welfare. The Committee expects the use of this 

authority to be extremely rare and directs the Secretary of State 

and the USAID Administrator to use this authority judiciously. Additional notification requirements are added in fiscal year 2017 to 

ensure appropriate Congressional oversight of funds. 

For the purposes of the bill and this report, the Committee directs that the term ‘‘reporting procedures’’ of the Committees on 

Appropriations shall mean a report must be provided to such Committees not later than 90 days after the conclusion of fiscal year 

2017; and the terms ‘‘consultation requirements’’ of the Committees 

on Appropriations, ‘‘in consultation with’’ the Committees on Appropriations, and ‘‘consult with’’ the Committees on Appropriations 

shall mean a consultation must occur with such Committees not 

later than 45 days after enactment of this Act, unless another timeframe is specified. 


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TITLE I—DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND RELATED AGENCY 

DEPARTMENT OF STATE 

ADMINISTRATION OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS

The Committee recommendation for Administration of Foreign 

Affairs provides funds for the broad range of activities necessary to 

support the operations and activities of more than 275 diplomatic 

and consular posts in 190 countries. The Committee recommends 

a total of $8,151,985,000 for the activities of the Department of 

State in fiscal year 2017. Of the total amount provided, 

$7,993,085,000 is derived from discretionary funds and 

$158,900,000 is mandatory spending. Additional funds are provided 

under title VIII. 

Embassy Security.—The Committee recommendation provides 

$6,071,348,000, (including funding provided in title VIII) as detailed in the table below, to meet urgent security requirements. 

The total amount provided is $454,501,000 above the fiscal year 

2016 enacted level and the same as the budget request. Funds are 

made available for the purchase of property and for construction, 

rehabilitation, and maintenance of United States diplomatic and 

consular missions and other posts overseas, the costs for the Department of State associated with the continued expansion of the 

Marine Security Guard Program, and the personnel and equipment 

required to protect United States Government employees and their 

families under Chief of Mission (COM) authority and property 

worldwide. 

EMBASSY SECURITY 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Program/Activity Fiscal Year 2016 Fiscal Year 2017 Request 

Committee Recommendation Changes from 

Fiscal Year 2016 

Worldwide Security Protection (WSP) ......................... 3,395,100 3,714,689 3,714,689 319,589 

Embassy Security, Construction, and Maintenance 1 2,221,747 2,356,659 2,356,659 134,912 

Total, Embassy Security ........................... 5,616,847 6,071,348 6,071,348 454,501 

1 Amounts do not include cost sharing reimbursements made available for construction and maintenance from other Federal agencies.

DIPLOMATIC AND CONSULAR PROGRAMS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ........................................................ $5,622,913,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ................................................................. 6,539,932,000 

Committee recommendation 1 ............................................................ 6,094,501,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +471,588,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥445,431,000 1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $6,094,501,000 for Diplomatic and Consular Programs, including up to $1,899,479,000 for 

WSP. Additional funds are provided under title VIII. 

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The Committee recommendation does not include the funds requested for new non-security positions, unless noted herein or specifically authorized by law. The Committee supports filling existing 

positions that become vacant due to attrition, as needed. If the Secretary of State intends to create new positions, the Committee will 

consider a reprogramming proposal, if funds are derived from the 

elimination of positions that are redundant or of lower priority. 

Funds made available under this heading are allocated in the following manner: 

Human resources.—The Committee recommendation includes 

$2,541,247,000 for human resources, of which $463,417,000 is for 

WSP. Funds support American salaries at overseas and domestic 

United States diplomatic missions. The Committee recommendation includes the amounts requested for the diversity recruitment 

initiative. 

Overseas programs.—The Committee recommendation includes 

$1,344,199,000 for overseas programs, of which not more than 

$12,000,000 is for the Bureau of Conflict Stabilization Operations. 

Funds for Overseas Programs support the operational programs of 

regional bureaus of the Department of State. Funds support the operations of United States embassies, consulates, and other diplomatic posts worldwide. Additional funds are provided under title 

VIII. 

The Committee recommendation does not include the funds requested for the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation under 

this heading. Support of such projects is more appropriately derived from funds appropriated under bilateral economic assistance 

accounts. 

Diplomatic policy and support.—The Committee recommendation 

includes $749,428,000 for the operational programs and management offices of the functional bureaus of the Department of State. 

The Committee recommendation includes the program increases requested for improvements to the Freedom of Information Act program and the Document Review Unit. The recommendation also includes $1,000,000 for the Office of the Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issues and funds to support positions authorized in law for 

fiscal year 2017 for the Bureau of Intelligence and Research. 

Security programs.—The Committee recommendation includes 

$1,458,307,000 for security programs, of which $1,436,062,000 is 

for WSP. Funds support the personnel, equipment and training 

necessary for the protection of diplomatic personnel, overseas diplomatic missions, residences, and domestic facilities and information. 

Fees and Transfers 

The Committee recommendation also includes language similar 

to prior years and requested for fiscal year 2017, which: (1) permits 

not to exceed $14,000,000 to be transferred to Emergencies in the 

Diplomatic and Consular Service for emergency evacuations and 

terrorism rewards; (2) provides not to exceed $15,000 from reimbursements, surcharges, and fees for use of Blair House facilities 

in accordance with the Department of State Basic Authorities Act 

of 1956; and (3) makes available not to exceed $5,000,000 in fee collections until expended for various activities. 

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national Center, as proposed in the request. The recommendation 

continues prior year language under this heading related to the collection of fees from other executive agencies and funds derived 

from the reserve authorized by section 5 of the International Center Act. 

Border Security Program 

In addition to the funds appropriated under this heading, an esti- mated $4,197,681,000 will become available through currently authorized fees and surcharges, as well as proposed extensions of expiring fees and surcharges, if authorized, for the Border Security 

Program. These funds will support the passport and visa program 

and maintain consular operations that protect United States citizens overseas, safeguard security interests of the United States, facilitate entry of legitimate travelers, and foster economic growth. 

Foreign fighters from the United States.—The Committee remains concerned about United States citizens who travel abroad 

who may be engaged in terrorist activity. The prospect of such 

United States nationals abroad poses a serious threat to both 

United States national security and foreign policy objectives. The 

Committee directs the Secretary of State to work with interagency 

partners to identify such persons and to take action to deny or revoke passports of Americans in accordance with the authority of 22 

CFR 51.60(c)(4), as appropriate. 

Visa processing and training.—The Committee notes its continued focus on improving systems and procedures related to visa 

processing, including ensuring that State Department employees 

processing visa applications have the necessary training to review 

and process such applications in a secure and timely manner. The 

Committee directs the Secretary of State, after consultation with 

other appropriate United States Government agencies, to report to 

the Committees on Appropriations, not later than 30 days after enactment of this Act, on capacity and infrastructure challenges in 

the visa processing system that existed as of October 1, 2015, modifications made to address such challenges as of September 30, 

2016, and recommendations for future actions. The Committee directs the Secretary of State to prioritize the national security interests of the United States when considering any modifications to the 

current visa review process. 

Worldwide Security Protection 

The Committee recommendation includes $1,899,479,000 for 

WSP. Additional funds are provided under title VIII. 

The WSP program provides critical funding for the protection of 

life, property, and information of the Department of State and supports a worldwide guard force protecting overseas diplomatic missions, residences, and domestic facilities. Nearly 800 Diplomatic Security (DS) special agents serve in regional security offices at diplomatic posts worldwide. The DS special agents abroad, known as 

Regional Security Officers (RSOs), manage security programs and 

also provide the first line of defense for United States personnel, 

their families, United States diplomatic missions, and national security information. RSOs serve as the primary advisor to the COM 

on all security matters by developing and implementing security 

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seas from physical and technical attack. Roughly 2,500 direct-hire 

security personnel are deployed worldwide to support and protect 

United States Government staff and facilities. In addition, the 

WSP appropriation supports the protection of national security information and the integrity of the information systems of the Department of State. 

Local guard forces.—The Committee is aware of the need to reexamine the use of host country personnel for local guard services at 

some sensitive overseas diplomatic posts. While host country personnel may have the will to protect, they may not have the capability, particularly in growing threat environments. Conversely, a 

local guard force may have the capability, but not the necessary 

will, to protect facilities and personnel. The Committee notes that 

the recommendation includes a total of $3,714,689,000 for WSP, 

which is $319,589,000 above the fiscal year 2016 level. Accordingly, 

the Committee requests that in developing the fiscal year 2017 operating plan, the Secretary of State shall incorporate in such plan 

a strategy and funding recommendations for addressing this matter. 

Security training.—The Foreign Affairs Counter Threat (FACT) 

training course is one of the central training programs provided to 

COM personnel and their families to prepare them to safely live 

and work overseas. The Department of State has reported to the 

Committee that FACT training will be maintained at the Interim 

Training Facility until the new Foreign Affairs Training Center 

(FASTC) is fully operational. The Committee directs the Secretary 

of State to ensure that FACT training is not disrupted during the 

FASTC construction and transition process. 

Not later than 45 days after enactment of this Act, the Committee directs the Secretary of State to submit to the Committees 

on Appropriations a progress report on the FASTC project. Semiannual progress reports should be submitted until completion of 

the project. Each report shall include the current cost estimate, 

training course transition plans, and steps taken to reduce the impact of any job losses that may result at existing training sites once 

FASTC becomes operational. 

Sensitive information.—The Committee notes that growing regional unrest and threats to United States diplomatic facilities and 

personnel have resulted in the evacuation of many overseas posts. 

The Committee urges the Secretary of State to ensure that overseas diplomatic posts have the necessary capabilities to quickly, 

safely, and permanently destroy sensitive information that must be 

left behind, including through exploring new tools and equipment 

to enhance such capabilities. 

Security screening.—The Committee encourages the Department 

of State to assess the current status of security screening equipment deployed at overseas locations in high threat environments 

and identify where the greatest needs exist for upgraded physical 

and technical security screening technologies and countermeasures. 

Other Matters 

Atrocity prevention.—The Committee recommendation includes 

funds to support the participation of the State Department in the 

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Chief of Mission nominees.—The Committee expects the Secretary of State to continue to make publicly available the reports 

concerning COM nominees required under section 304(a)(4) of the 

Foreign Service Act of 1980, including posting such reports on the 

Web site of the Department of State within seven days of submission of a report to Congress. 

Child abduction and access.—The Committee notes that when 

making use of the waiver in section 204 of the Goldman Act, the 

Secretary of State is required to provide a detailed justification for 

such waiver involving a country with a pattern of non-compliance. 

The Committee expects the Secretary to comply with this requirement. Further, the Committee directs the Secretary to include in 

such justification the reason, if any, for why actions 4–8 under section 204(d) are not being taken. 

Columbia River Treaty.—The Committee understands the United 

States Entity submitted the Regional Recommendation for the Future of the Columbia River Treaty after 2024 to the Department of 

State on December 13, 2013, and an interagency policy committee 

is currently reviewing the recommendation. The Committee directs 

the Department of State to work with other participating agencies 

to press for a conclusion to the review process and to expeditiously 

begin negotiations with Canada to modernize the Columbia River 

Treaty in calendar year 2016. 

Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL).—The Committee 

recommendation includes the requested funds for human rights 

vetting. The recommendation also includes funds for support of the 

Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism. The Committee remains concerned about the rise of anti-Semitism and the 

increase in anti-Semitic incidents around the world. The Committee supports efforts by the Department of State to emphasize 

Holocaust education. 

Foreign assistance data availability and transparency.—The 

Committee supports the ForeignAssistance.gov Web site, which 

makes official government data on foreign assistance publicly available. The Committee recommendation continues language in section 7031(d), which directs that funds appropriated under titles I 

and II, and funds made available to any independent agency in 

title III, be made available to support the ongoing provision of information on foreign assistance as a means of ensuring support for 

the collection, verification, and publication of such data. 

In addition, the Committee urges the Secretary of State, in consultation with the USAID Administrator, to continue to support 

evaluation activities, capacity building, and collaborative evaluations aimed at improving aid transparency. 

Hong Kong Policy Act report.— Not later than 45 days after enactment of this Act, the Committee directs the Secretary of State 

to update the report described in section 301 of the United StatesHong Kong Policy Act of 1992 and to transmit it to the appropriate 

congressional committees. 

Intellectual property protection.—The Committee continues to 

strongly support the intellectual property enforcement and protection efforts of the Department of State. 

Intercountry adoptions.—The Committee strongly reaffirms its 

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range of options for providing permanency for children in accordance with the principles of the Hague Adoption Convention. 

The Committee urges the Department of State to proactively 

prioritize, and make funds available for, improving the capacity of 

foreign government agencies and nongovernmental organizations, 

through technical assistance that will help to prevent child abandonment and connect orphans, displaced, and abandoned children 

with permanent homes through family reunification, guardianship, 

and domestic and intercountry adoption. 

Furthermore, the Committee encourages the Department of State 

to better incorporate at the mission level, policies that reflect the 

commitment of the United States Government to the principle that 

every child has a right to a permanent family; that advocate for 

consideration of international placement of children where in-country placement does not serve the child’s best interests and does not 

provide appropriate, protective, and permanent care quickly; and to 

streamline and strengthen the United States Government intercountry adoption programs and processes. 

Monitoring and Combating Trafficking in Persons.—The Committee recommendation includes $12,500,000 for the Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons. Funds are provided to ensure the Office can fulfill the mandates from the Trafficking Victims Protection Act and subsequent authorizations, including to 

support the coordination of the President’s Interagency Task Force 

and Senior Policy Operating Group, deployment of rapid response 

teams, production of the Trafficking in Persons Report, implementation of child protection compacts, diplomatic engagement and 

technical assistance, and management and oversight of increased 

assistance appropriated in this Act to combat trafficking in persons. 

The Committee directs the Secretary of State to post the National Human Trafficking Resources Center hotline, email address, 

and Web site information in all United States Embassies and Consulates in areas where visa applications are processed. The Committee also supports funds being made available to develop the 

Global Human Trafficking Hotline. 

The Committee directs that funds be made available for continued support of the United States Advisory Council on Human Trafficking, as authorized by section 115 of the Justice for Victims of 

Trafficking Act of 2015 (Public Law 114–22). 

Office for the Coordinator for Cyber Issues.—The Committee recommendation includes $5,497,000 for the Office for the Coordinator 

for Cyber Issues, including the additional Foreign Service position 

for expanding United States engagement on international cyberspace security issues. 

Office of Holocaust Issues.—The Committee recognizes the important work of the Office of Holocaust Issues and urges the Secretary 

of State to ensure the Office has sufficient funding to meet workload demands. 

Prisoner transfers from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.—Section 7064 of this Act maintains the requirement that the Secretary of State notify the Committees on Appropriations of the terms of any agreement with the United States to 

receive by transfer an individual detained at the United States 

Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, not later than five days 


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after the conclusion of the agreement, including whether funds appropriated by this or prior Acts making appropriations for the Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs will be 

made available for assistance for such country pursuant to such 

agreement. 

Section 7064 also requires the Secretary of State to provide a report to the Committees on Appropriations, not later than 45 days 

after enactment of this Act and every 45 days thereafter through 

fiscal year 2017, summarizing negotiations over the previous 45 

days between Department of State personnel and officials of foreign 

governments over the potential transfer to such governments of an 

individual, or individuals, detained at United States Naval Station 

Guantanamo Bay. The report may be provided in classified form if 

necessary. 

Protection of cultural properties.—The Committee is aware that 

the Department of State has under review the Second Protocol to 

the 1954 Hague Convention on the Protection of Cultural Property 

in the Event of Armed Conflict. The Committee requests that the 

Secretary of State be prepared to discuss the status of such review 

during the hearing process on the fiscal year 2018 budget request. 

Public diplomacy.—The Committee continues to support public 

diplomacy personnel and programs and expects the Secretary of 

State to include projected funding for public diplomacy in the operating plan required by section 7076 of this Act. 

The Committee remains concerned that efforts to counter ISIL 

and other terrorist organizations are not effectively coordinated 

within the United States Government. The Committee expects the 

Secretary of State, in coordination with the Under Secretary for 

Public Diplomacy, to convene an interagency working group for the 

purpose of employing the tools of public diplomacy to counter propaganda targeted toward the United States and our allies and partners in a more focused and coordinated fashion. Further, the Committee directs the Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy to report 

to the Committees on Appropriations, not later than 180 days after 

enactment of this Act, on such efforts. 

Real property.—The Committee expects the Secretary of State to 

help facilitate resolutions of commercial disputes for United States 

entities seeking return of real property seized, held, or expropriated by foreign governments, as appropriate. 

Religious freedom.—The Committee is pleased that the Ambassador-at-Large for Religious Freedom is working to advance religious freedom programs and initiatives as a critical component of 

United States diplomatic efforts, pursuant to the International Religious Freedom Act (IRFA) of 1998 and directs the Secretary of 

State to consider elevating this position within the organizational 

structure of the Department of State. 

The Committee recognizes that the steady growth of religious 

persecution and decline of religious freedom around the world highlights the need to have United States diplomats trained to understand and advocate for religious freedom, as required by IRFA. The 

Committee notes that the advancement of religious freedom would 

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mittee believes additional focus is required to appropriately address this issue. Accordingly, section 7033 of this Act designates 

$1,000,000 above the request to carry out section 103 of H.R. 1150, 

the Frank R. Wolf International Religious Freedom Act, as passed 

by the House of Representatives on May 16, 2016. Such funds will 

support the development and implementation of an international 

religious freedom curriculum. The Committee expects that amounts 

for curriculum development will be made available in accordance 

with the purposes and in the manner detailed in section 103(a) of 

H.R. 1150 and shall be awarded on a competitive basis. 

Sensitive records.—The Committee is aware of ongoing issues facing the Department of State regarding the secure management of 

sensitive records and is also aware of emerging technologies to secure and manage such records. The Department of State shall keep 

the Committee informed regarding efforts to better secure and 

manage sensitive information and the potential value in employing 

these emerging technologies. 

Small business.—The Secretary of State is encouraged to expand 

opportunities for small businesses to compete for Department of 

State contracts, including small businesses owned and controlled 

by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. 

State Partnership Program.—The Committee believes the National Guard State Partnership Program strengthens security and 

disaster response cooperation between the United States and nations participating in the Partnership and builds professionalism 

and respect for civilian control of the military. The Committee expects the Department of State and the Department of Defense to 

continue to inform United States Embassy officials and foreign governments about the value of the State Partnership Program, including the objectives of the program, examples of successful engagements, and COM and Combatant Commander requests for the 

Program. 

United States citizens detained in Iran.—The Committee remains 

concerned about United States citizens missing and detained in 

Iran. The Committee urges the Secretary of State to prioritize 

these cases, and to continue to press the Government of Iran for 

the immediate release of those detained and to provide any information it possesses regarding any United States citizens that have 

disappeared within its borders. 

Workforce diversity.—The Committee supports the efforts of the 

Department of State to increase diversity in hiring, retention, and 

promotion within its workforce, including the allocation of funds to 

continue and expand its recruitment programs, professional development activities, and outreach efforts in fiscal year 2017. 

The Committee supports ongoing partnerships between the Department of State and community colleges, universities, and other 

institutions to improve the diversity and excellence of the United 

States Foreign Service (Foreign Service) by preparing both graduate and undergraduate students for positions in the Foreign Service. 

Funds in this Act under this heading are allocated according to 

the following table and are subject to sections 7015 and 7076 of 

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DIPLOMATIC AND CONSULAR PROGRAMS 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Category Budget Authority 

Human Resources ........................................................................................................................................... 2,541,247 

Worldwide Security Protection ...................................................................................................... [463,417] 

Overseas Programs ......................................................................................................................................... 1,344,199 

Diplomatic Policy and Support ....................................................................................................................... 749,428 

Security Programs .......................................................................................................................................... 1,458,307 

Worldwide Security Protection ...................................................................................................... [1,436,062] 

Subtotal, Diplomatic and Consular Programs Appropriated Funds ..................................................... 6,093,181 

International Chancery Center ....................................................................................................................... 1,320 

Total, Diplomatic and Consular Programs ................................................................................... 6,094,501 

Bureau/Office Budget Authority 

Bureau of Administration: 

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) .............................................................................................. 33,960 

Conflict Stabilization Operations ................................................................................................................... 21,633 

Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation ................................................................................................ ¥ 

Cultural Antiquities Task Force ...................................................................................................................... 1,000 

Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor: 

Human Rights Vetting .................................................................................................................. [7,000] 

Office of International Religious Freedom ................................................................................... [6,990] 

[Of which, Religious Freedom Curriculum Development] ............................................................ [1,000] 

Special Envoy to Promote Religious Freedom in the Near East and South Central Asia .......... [1,000] 

Office of Terrorism Financing and Economic Sanctions Policy ..................................................................... 5,150 

Office to Combat Trafficking in Persons ....................................................................................................... 12,500 

Legal Advisor: 

Document Review Unit ................................................................................................................. [2,889] 

Office of the Secretary: 

Office of the Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issues ........................................................................... [1,000] 

Office of the Coordinator for Cyber Issues ........................................................................................... [5,497] 

CAPITAL INVESTMENT FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $66,400,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 12,600,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 12,600,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥53,800,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $12,600,000 for Capital 

Investment Fund. Funds provided are in addition to an estimated 

$283,300,000 in expedited passport fees, which will be used to support the information technology modernization effort, for a total of 

$295,900,000 in fiscal year 2017 for support of the Information 

Technology Strategic Plan of the Department of State. 

OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ........................................................ $72,700,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ................................................................. 87,069,000 

Committee recommendation 1 ............................................................ 87,069,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +14,369,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $87,069,000 for support 

of the oversight personnel and activities of the Office of Inspector 

General at the Department of State. Additional funds are provided 

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Funds provided under this heading will support the audits, investigations, and inspections of worldwide operations and programs 

of the Department of State and Broadcasting Board of Governors. 

The Committee expects the Office of Inspector General to continue 

the coordination of audit plans and activities involving Department 

of State operations and programs in Afghanistan with the Special 

Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) in order 

to ensure the development of comprehensive oversight plans and to 

avoid duplication. 

EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $590,900,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 639,773,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 602,790,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +11,890,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥36,983,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $602,790,000 for Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs. 

Citizen Exchange Program.—The Committee recommendation includes $112,000,000 for the Citizen Exchange Program. Citizen exchange programs provide American and foreign participants the opportunity to gain knowledge and share expertise and experiences 

through professional, youth, cultural, and other exchanges. Funds 

above the request are intended to support new competitive awards 

administered in cooperation with the various divisions within the 

Office of Citizen Exchanges. 

Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program.—The Committee 

recommendation includes $4,125,000 for the Congress-Bundestag 

Youth Exchange Program (CBYX). This program is integral for the 

continuation of a strong relationship between the United States 

and Germany. 

Fulbright Program.—The Committee recommendation includes 

$236,000,000 for the Fulbright program. Active in over 160 countries, the program provides exchange opportunities to create and 

sustain mutual understanding between students, scholars, teachers, and professionals in the United States and those from other 

countries. Within the amount provided, funds are available for continued support of the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship program. 

Mexico.—The Committee directs the Department of State to increase United States-Mexico academic exchanges at the high 

school, college, and post graduate level and to consult with Committees on Appropriations on such plans. 

New programs.—The Committee recommendation does not provide funds for new programs proposed in the fiscal year 2017 request. Such initiatives may be supported through existing Department of State programs, funds, and transfers, subject to the regular notification procedures of the Committees on Appropriations. 

Other exchanges.—The Committee recognizes the value of competitive exchange programs for young people, including the Youth 

Exchange and Study program; the Future Leaders Exchange; educator programs, including critical language programs; and programs providing overseas training in strategic languages for Americans. The Committee urges the Secretary of State to continue to 

prioritize exchange programs from countries with high importance 

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Special academic, professional, and cultural exchanges.—The 

Committee encourages the Secretary of State to continue support 

of special academic, professional, and cultural exchange programs 

where consistent with strategic priorities, including Mexico and 

Central America and Tibetan exchanges and fellowships. The Committee expects funds for special academic, professional, and cultural exchange programs to be awarded on a competitive basis and 

the planned levels for each to be included in the fiscal year 2017 

operating plan. 

Section 7076 of this Act includes a requirement that the Secretary of State submit to the Committees on Appropriations an operating plan for funds appropriated under this heading. The Committee expects that such plan will include the distribution of unobligated balances and recoveries, as well as any transfers to this account from other accounts in fiscal year 2017. The Committee also 

directs that the operating plan include the amounts reserved within Academic Programs and Professional and Cultural Exchanges 

for ‘rapid response’ flexibility. 

Funds made available under this heading are allocated in the following manner and are subject to the requirements of sections 

7015 and 7076 of this Act. 

EXCHANGE PROGRAMS 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Program/Activity Committee 

Recommendation 

Academic Programs: 

Fulbright Program ................................................................................................................................. 236,000 

Global Academic Exchanges ................................................................................................................. 59,541 

English Language Programs ........................................................................................................ [43,000] 

Special Academic Exchanges ................................................................................................................ 15,900 

Total, Academic Programs ........................................................................................................... 311,441 

Professional and Cultural Exchanges: 

International Visitor Program ................................................................................................................ 90,665 

Citizen Exchange Programs ................................................................................................................... 112,000 

Congress Bundestag Youth Exchange ......................................................................................... [4,125] 

Special Professional and Cultural Exchanges ............................................................................................... 5,575 

Total, Professional and Cultural Exchanges ......................................................................................... 208,240 

Young Leaders Initiative ................................................................................................................................ 17,900 

Program and Performance ............................................................................................................................. 5,493 

Exchanges Support ......................................................................................................................................... 59,716 

Total, Exchange Programs ............................................................................................................ 602,790 

REPRESENTATION EXPENSES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $8,030,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 8,263,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 8,030,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥233,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $8,030,000 for Representation Expenses authorized by section 905 of the Foreign 

Service Act of 1980. 

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ernments and appropriate members of local communities. The Secretary of State is directed to submit semi-annual reports to the 

Committees on Appropriations containing detailed information on 

the allotment and expenditure of this appropriation. 

PROTECTION OF FOREIGN MISSIONS AND OFFICIALS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $30,036,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 30,344,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 30,036,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥308,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $30,036,000 for Protection of Foreign Missions and Officials. 

Funds provided under this heading are used to reimburse local 

governments and communities for the extraordinary costs incurred 

in providing protection for international organizations, foreign missions and officials, and foreign dignitaries under certain circumstances. To be eligible for reimbursement under the regular 

program, the costs must be incurred in a city with 20 or more consular or diplomatic missions staffed by accredited personnel and all 

costs must be certified as eligible by the Bureau of Diplomatic Security of the Department of State. In addition, funds may be used 

for reimbursement for an extraordinary event in a jurisdiction that 

does not meet the regular program eligibility requirements, if specifically allowed. The Committee expects the Department of State 

to provide reimbursement to local jurisdictions on a timely basis if 

claims are fully justified. 

The Committee requests that the Department of State continue 

to submit to the Committees on Appropriations a semi-annual report on the number of claims for extraordinary protective services 

that have been submitted by eligible jurisdictions that are certified 

as meeting the program requirements and the amount of unobligated funds available to pay such claims. 

Section 7034(i) of this Act continues authority for the Secretary 

of State to transfer expired unobligated balances from funds made 

available under Diplomatic and Consular Programs. The Committee directs the Department of State to include any expired balances transferred to this heading in the report required by the previous paragraph. 

EMBASSY SECURITY, CONSTRUCTION, AND MAINTENANCE

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ........................................................ $1,473,896,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ................................................................. 1,117,859,000 

Committee recommendation 1 ............................................................ 1,117,859,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥356,037,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $1,117,859,000 for Embassy Security, Construction, and Maintenance. An additional 

$1,238,800,000 is provided under this heading in title VIII, which 

brings the total in the bill for Embassy Security, Construction, and 

Maintenance to $2,356,659,000, the same as the request. 

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$759,161,000 for other repair, maintenance, construction, and operations costs. 

New embassy construction program.—The Committee recommendation continues language in section 7004 requiring all 

agencies and departments to fully meet their capital cost sharing 

obligations under subsection (e) of section 604 of the Secure Embassy Construction and Counterterrorism Act of 1999, in order to 

be allocated office space or other accommodations in newly constructed or renovated diplomatic facilities. In addition, the recommendation continues language in section 7004 of this Act, similar to language carried in prior years, directing the Secretary of 

State, in consultation with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, to determine the annual program level and agency shares in a manner that is proportional to the Capital Security 

Cost Share (CSCS) contribution of the Department of State. 

As of May 2016, 132 new facilities had been constructed under 

the new embassy construction program and another 57 facilities 

were under design or construction. The Committee expects that 

projects undertaken by this program will continue to address the 

security needs of the highest priority facilities. The Committee recommendation includes $173,700,000 for the 

CSCS contribution of the Department of State. In addition, 

$844,800,000 is included under this heading in title VIII for overseas facility construction. These amounts, combined with 

$1,184,000,000 in estimated CSCS reimbursements from other 

agencies, provides a total for construction and design of new secure 

embassy and consulate compounds of $2,202,500,000 for fiscal year 

2017. This amount is consistent with the recommendation of the 

Benghazi Accountability Review Board and fully supports the accelerated multi-year program to construct new secure replacement facilities for the most vulnerable embassies and consulates. 

Enhanced notification and reporting requirements.—The Committee believes that the enhanced notification requirements in section 7004(d) are necessary to enable the Committee to conduct appropriate oversight of construction projects, and therefore continues, with modifications, these requirements as set forth below. 

The Committee has made these modifications to ensure standard 

and consistent reporting of key project factors to facilitate comparative analysis. For purposes of this section, the Department is directed to clearly define and consistently report the elements of each 

project factor and an explanation of any changes from previous reports or notifications for a project. 

Notifications made pursuant to section 7004(d) shall include, at 

a minimum, the following project factors: (1) the location and size 

of the property to be acquired, including the proximity to existing 

United States diplomatic facilities and host government ministries; 

(2) the justification of need for acquiring the property and construction of new facilities and the reconciled appraised value of the 

project; (3) the detailed breakdown of the total project costs, including, at a minimum, the projected schedule and the following cost 

categories: site acquisition, project development, planning, design, 

construction, other construction costs, including costs planned for 

the procurement of art, value added tax, contingencies, and any 

other relevant costs; (4) the revenues derived from, or estimated to 

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applicable; (5) the recommendations of the value engineering studies required pursuant to OMB Circular A–131 and Bureau of Overseas Building Operations Policy and Procedure Directive, Cost 02 

that have been completed for any new diplomatic facility justified 

in Appendix 1 of the CBJ for fiscal year 2017 for the Department 

of State, or not previously justified to the Committee and the Department’s adjudication of those recommendations; (6) any unique 

requirements of the project that may increase the cost of the 

project, such as consular workload, legal environment, physical 

and/or security requirements, and seismic capabilities; (7) the number of waivers required pursuant to section 606 of Appendix G of 

Public Law 106–113, if applicable; (8) any religious, cultural, or political factors that may affect the cost, location, or construction 

timeline; (9) the current and projected number of desks, agency 

presence, and the projected number of United States direct hire 

staff, LES, and Third Country Nationals; (10) the current and projected number of beds, if applicable; and (11) the most recent 

rightsizing analysis, and a justification for exceeding the staffing 

projections of such rightsizing analysis, if applicable. 

The Committee remains concerned about growth in costs associated with the Mexico City Embassy and Beirut Embassy projects. 

Therefore, the Committee recommendation continues the requirement for quarterly reports for these projects in section 7004(e). The 

reports should include the following: (1) the project factors as specified under Enhanced Notification Requirements in section 7004(d) 

of this Act that were used to develop the initial cost estimate to 

justify the project; (2) changes in these factors from the initial cost 

estimate to the current estimate, with an explanation of such 

changes; and (3) an explanation of cost containment measures 

being used to address cost growth from the initial estimates. 

Maintenance Cost Sharing (MCS).—The recommendation includes $184,998,000 for the Maintenance Cost Sharing program. 

This amount, combined with $215,000,000 in estimated MCS reimbursements from other agencies, provides a total of $399,998,000 

for fiscal year 2017 for maintenance, repair, and renovation 

projects of existing facilities. Such projects are necessary to extend 

the useful life of existing infrastructure and protect prior year investments made through the CSCS program in new embassy compounds. 

Other repair, construction, and operations.—The Committee recommendation includes $759,161,000 for other repair, construction, 

and operations costs. These funds support the management of 

United States Government real property overseas, maintenance of 

Government-owned and long-term leased properties at over 275 locations, and leasing of office and functional facilities and residential units, not only for the Department of State, but also for all 

United States employees overseas under COM authority. 

Operating plan.—Section 7076 of this Act requires the Secretary 

of State to submit to the Committees on Appropriations an operating plan for funds appropriated under this heading. Such plan 

should include all resources available to the Department in fiscal 

year 2017 for operations, maintenance, and construction, and an 

accounting of the actual and anticipated proceeds of sales for all 

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Procurement of art for embassies.—The Committee notes concerns about the cost of procuring art for new embassy and consulate compounds. The Committee understands that the current 

practice is to reserve 0.5 percent of the cost of new construction 

projects for such procurements. The Committee expects the Department of State to provide greater detail on such expenditures. Accordingly, the Committee has added the projected cost of art to the 

enhanced notification requirements delineated under this heading 

and directs the Secretary of State to include in the CBJ for fiscal 

year 2018 a table displaying the amount expended for the procurement of art in fiscal year 2016 and the amounts estimated for fiscal 

years 2017 and 2018. 

EMERGENCIES IN THE DIPLOMATIC AND CONSULAR SERVICE

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $7,900,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 7,900,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 7,900,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $7,900,000 to enable 

the Secretary of State to meet unforeseen emergencies arising in 

the Diplomatic and Consular Service. Funding provided under this 

heading is available until expended. 

This appropriation provides resources for the Department of 

State to meet emergency requirements in the conduct of foreign affairs, including for the following purposes: (1) travel and subsistence expenses for relocation of American employees of the United 

States Government and their families from troubled areas to the 

United States or safe-haven posts; (2) allowances granted to Department of State employees and their dependents evacuated to the 

United States for the convenience of the Government; and (3) payment of rewards for information concerning terrorist activities. 

The recommendation continues prior year language providing the 

authority to transfer up to $1,000,000 from this heading to the Repatriation Loans Program heading. This authority will ensure an 

adequate level of resources for loans to American citizens through 

the Repatriation Loans Program, should additional funds be required in fiscal year 2017 due to an unanticipated increase in the 

number of loans. 

REPATRIATION LOANS PROGRAM ACCOUNT

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $1,300,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 1,300,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 2,300,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +1,000,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... +1,000,000 

The Committee recommendation includes a total of $2,300,000 

for the Repatriation Loans Program Account for the subsidy cost of 

repatriation loans totaling up to $4,305,000, as authorized by 22 

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PAYMENT TO THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE IN TAIWAN

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $30,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 31,963,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 30,000,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥1,963,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $30,000,000 for Payment to the American Institute in Taiwan. The Committee recommendation supports operating expenses of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and funds may also be made available for special projects and consular upgrades. 

The Taiwan Relations Act requires that programs concerning 

Taiwan be carried out by the AIT and authorizes funds to be appropriated to the Secretary of State to carry out the provisions of the 

Act. The Institute administers programs in the areas of economic 

and commercial services, cultural affairs, travel services, and logistics. The Department of State contracts with the AIT to carry out 

these activities. 

PAYMENT TO THE FOREIGN SERVICE RETIREMENT AND DISABILITY

FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $158,900,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 158,900,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 158,900,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $158,900,000 for Payment to the Foreign Service Retirement and Disability Fund. 

This appropriation, which is a mandatory program for budget 

scorekeeping purposes, is authorized by the Foreign Service Act of 

1980, which provides for an appropriation to the Fund in 30 equal 

annual installments of the amount required for the unfunded liability created by new benefits, new groups of beneficiaries, or increased salaries on which benefits are computed. The Retirement 

Fund is maintained through contributions made by participants, 

matching government contributions, special government contributions (including this account), interest on investments, and voluntary contributions. 

INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

CONTRIBUTIONS TO INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ........................................................ $1,344,458,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ................................................................. 1,290,891,000 

Committee recommendation 1 ............................................................ 1,279,384,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥65,074,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥11,507,000 1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $1,279,384,000 for Contributions to International Organizations. Additional funds are provided under title VIII. 

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cludes language withholding 10 percent of funding for the International Organizations Bureau until these reports are submitted. 

Major capital projects.—The Committee recommendation does 

not include funding for major capital projects for the United Nations (UN), including the UN Capital Master Plan (CMP), and section 7048(e) prohibits funds in this Act and prior Acts making appropriations for the Department of State, foreign operations, and 

related programs from being used for such projects. The Committee 

intends this prohibition to apply to any capital project for which 

the total assessed cost over the life of the project to all member 

states is expected to exceed $10,000,000. 

Not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, the Committee directs the Department of State to provide an updated report to the Committees on Appropriations on the current status of 

the CMP, including its initial scope and costs, any modifications 

made or planned, the total current cost, contributions made to date 

by each UN member state, and any remaining or expected unmet 

requirements due to cost over-runs from the initial CMP or that resulted from additional requirements after the initial CMP. The report should include options for the UN to absorb any additional 

costs within current resources. 

Operating plan.—Section 7076 of this Act requires an operating 

plan for funds under this heading be submitted to the Committees 

on Appropriations not later than 45 days after enactment of this 

Act. 

Peace process.—The Committee is troubled by reports of onesided resolutions that may come before the United Nations concerning the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as well as efforts to reestablish the parameters for Middle East peace negotiations. Such resolutions may actually hinder the prospects for a resumption of negotiations between the parties. The Committee expects the Secretary 

of State to support the resumption of direct negotiations as the 

means of achieving a lasting peace. Furthermore, the Committee 

instructs the United States Ambassador to the United Nations to 

continue to employ the longstanding United States policy to veto 

one-sided Security Council resolutions when such resolutions are 

not consistent with United States policy. 

UN budget.—The Committee recommendation includes language 

carried in the prior year requiring the Secretary of State to transmit to the Committees on Appropriations the most recent biennial 

budget prepared by the UN at the time of the submission of the 

President’s budget to Congress. The Committee recommendation 

also includes language carried in the prior year requiring the Secretary of State to notify the Committees on Appropriations at least 

15 days in advance of any UN action to increase funding for any 

UN program without identifying an offsetting decrease elsewhere 

in the UN budget. 

UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization 

(UNESCO).—The Committee notes that, due to the application of 

Public Law 101–246 and Public Law 103–236, United States contributions are currently being withheld from UNESCO. The Committee notes that no funds were requested and none are provided 

in this Act for a contribution to UNESCO. 

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notes with disappointment the ascension to the UNHRC of countries with poor human rights records. The Committee remains concerned with the continued, disproportionate focus of the UNHRC 

on Israel and includes modified language in section 7048(c) prohibiting funds to the UNHRC unless certain conditions are met. 

The Committee notes with concern the recent passage by the 

UNHRC of resolution A/HRC/31/L.39, which is counterproductive to 

achieving peace between Israel and the Palestinians. The Committee does not expect the United States to participate in efforts 

related to the implementation of this resolution, and directs the 

Department of State to urge the UNHRC and other countries to do 

the same. 

Not later than 45 days after enactment of this Act, the Committee directs the Secretary of State to submit an updated report 

to the Committees on Appropriations on all United States contributions to the UNHRC for the preceding fiscal year, including 

amounts provided through the UN Regular Budget and through 

voluntary contributions. 

UN reform.—The Committee expects the Department of State 

and the United States Mission to the UN (USUN) to keep UN reform a high priority and to work in conjunction with other UN 

member states to increase the accountability and operational efficiency of the UN and other international organizations. 

The Committee supports efforts to increase accountability by 

strengthening internal controls and systems to investigate and 

eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse. The Committee expects the UN 

and each specialized agency to have a designated official to carry 

out an independent ethics function and to provide protection from 

retaliation to whistleblowers who volunteer information concerning 

ongoing waste, fraud, and abuse. The Committee recommendation 

continues language in section 7048(a) withholding a portion of 

funds until the Secretary of State certifies that certain transparency and accountability requirements have been met. 

The Committee supports efforts to increase operational efficiency 

by evaluating and prioritizing activities and terminating duplicative or unnecessary administrative costs. The Committee also supports efforts to examine and cancel expensive commercial leases 

and downsize operations in areas with high costs of living and construction costs. Not later than 180 days after enactment of this Act, 

the Secretary of State is directed to submit a report to the Committees on Appropriations on these matters. Such report should include a description of estimated cost savings and cost avoidance of 

reforms undertaken by the UN and affiliated agencies. 

UN Tax Equalization Fund.—The Committee notes that a balance of $27,650,137 remains available to the United States from 

the UN Tax Equalization Fund, which is accounted for in the Committee recommendation. The Committee believes that any UN credits available to the United States should either be returned to the 

United States or applied to the UN regular budget and such credits 

should not be used to pay for major capital projects. 

United States contributions to international organizations.—The 

Committee directs the Secretary of State to include the source of 

funds (including each Federal agency and account) and a concise 

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quired by section 405(b) of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, 

Fiscal Year 2003. 

Voting practices of UN member states.—Not later than 120 days 

after enactment of this Act, the Committee directs the Department 

of State to continue to submit a report to the Committees on Appropriations on the voting practices of UN member states. 

CONTRIBUTIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL PEACEKEEPING ACTIVITIES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ........................................................ $666,574,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ................................................................. 806,930,000 

Committee recommendation 1 ............................................................ 563,866,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥102,708,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥243,064,000 1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $563,866,000 for Contributions for International Peacekeeping Activities. Additional 

funds are provided under title VIII. The Committee provides funding for the UN Support Office for the African Union Mission in Somalia under Peacekeeping Operations instead of this heading. 

The Committee continues to be concerned about the scope, duration, and costs of UN peacekeeping missions and includes language 

directing the Secretary of State to work with the UN and members 

of the UN Security Council to evaluate and prioritize peacekeeping 

missions, and to consider a draw down when mission goals have 

been substantially achieved. Not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State is directed to submit a report to the Committees on Appropriations describing efforts by the 

Department of State to review UN peacekeeping operations, including prioritization of missions and proposals for reducing the costs 

and scope of missions. The Committee notes that the CBJ for fiscal 

year 2017 includes funding to enable Department of State personnel to review UN mission budgets and effectiveness and expects 

the findings of such efforts to be included in the report. 

The Committee recommendation continues language requiring 

notification at least 15 days in advance of voting for any new or 

expanded mission, including the estimated cost and duration of the 

mission, the objectives of the mission, the national interest that 

will be served, and the exit strategy. The notification must also 

identify the sources of funds, including any reprogramming and 

transfers, that will be used to pay the cost of the new or expanded 

mission, and the estimated cost in future fiscal years. The Committee notes that the notification may be provided less than 15 

days in advance of voting for a new or expanded mission in the 

event of an emergency. The Committee directs the Secretary of 

State to review the practices of the Department of State and USUN 

to ensure the appropriate and judicious application of this provision. 

The Committee recommendation continues language stating that 

funds shall be made available for peacekeeping activities unless the 

Secretary of State determines that American manufacturers and 

suppliers are not being provided equal procurement opportunities 

and language prohibiting funds for any peacekeeping mission that 

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control of a foreign national unless certain requirements have been 

met. 

Compliance with reporting requirements.—The Department of 

State has not complied with multiple reporting requirements included under this heading in prior years, and section 7048(h) includes language withholding 10 percent of funding for the International Organizations Bureau until these reports are submitted. 

Credits.—The Committee recommendation continues language 

requiring the Secretary of State to report to the Committees on Appropriations on any credits available to the United States. The bill 

requires that notifications and operating plans submitted under 

this heading include an estimate of all known credits. 

Operating plan.—Section 7076 of this Act requires an operating 

plan for funds under this heading be submitted to the Committees 

on Appropriations not later than 45 days after enactment of this 

Act. 

Oversight and reform.—The Committee continues to support 

independent oversight of the UN to identify waste, fraud, and 

abuse, and the Committee supports reforms to ensure that such 

practices are eliminated. The Committee expects the Department of 

State to provide the necessary support to ensure oversight of UN 

peacekeeping missions. 

The Committee recommendation continues language in section 

7048(a) withholding a portion of funds for the UN until the Secretary of State certifies that certain transparency and accountability requirements have been met. 

Peacekeeping rate.—The Committee recommendation does not include a requested provision to adjust the statutory rate for the 

United States assessment for peacekeeping activities. The Committee directs the Department of State and USUN to seek a reduction of the United States-assessed rate for international peacekeeping activities and ensure UN peacekeeping costs are shared on 

a more equitable basis. 

Trafficking in persons and sexual exploitation.—The Committee 

remains concerned about cases of UN peacekeepers abusing the 

people they have been sent to protect. The Committee recommendation includes language carried in the prior year that requires, prior to the obligation of funds, the Secretary of State to 

certify and report on a peacekeeping mission-by-mission basis that 

the UN is implementing effective policies and procedures to prevent UN employees, contractor personnel, and peacekeeping troops 

from trafficking in persons, exploiting victims of trafficking, or committing acts of illegal sexual exploitation or other violations of 

human rights. 

The Committee notes with great concern the continued sexual exploitation and abuse by UN peacekeepers and supports a zero-tolerance policy. Accordingly, the Committee recommendation includes 

new language that requires the Secretary of State to evaluate and 

report on whether each mission has established and is effectively 

implementing policies and procedures to: (1) vet all peacekeeping 

personnel serving at such mission; (2) increase awareness about 

sexual exploitation and abuse, including through community outreach programs; (3) process complaint receipt, management, and 

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personnel; (5) promptly repatriate any peacekeeping unit for which 

an allegation of sexual abuse and exploitation has been substantiated; (6) complete investigations into allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse within six months and within three months if the 

allegations are egregious; (7) bring to justice individuals convicted 

of sexual abuse and exploitation; (8) suspend deployments from 

countries that fail to investigate and hold accountable individuals 

convicted of sexual abuse and exploitation; and (9) ensure transparency, including by making information about prosecutions publicly available. 

INTERNATIONAL COMMISSIONS

INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION, UNITED STATES

AND MEXICO

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $73,707,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 76,534,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 74,707,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +1,000,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥1,827,000 

The Committee recommendation includes a total of $74,707,000 

for International Boundary and Water Commission, United States 

and Mexico (IBWC), including $45,307,000 for Salaries and Expenses and $29,400,000 for Construction. 

The Committee recommendation includes not less than the request for the Rio Grande Flood Control System Rehabilitation 

Project to continue and maintain levee projects along the Rio 

Grande, including environmental, hydrologic, hydraulic, and low 

water weir studies along the Rio Grande Valley that are consistent 

with the projects outlined within the Mexican Water Treaty of 

1944, Treaty Series 994. 

The Committee notes the treaty obligations of Mexico to supply 

water deliveries to the Rio Grande and recognizes the importance 

of transparency concerning such matters. The Committee directs 

IBWC to regularly publish water delivery data on its Web site, including projections for the balance of water deliveries. The Committee expects IBWC to hold quarterly meetings with interested 

stakeholders to inform them of IBWC activities and receive feedback. 

AMERICAN SECTIONS, INTERNATIONAL COMMISSIONS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $12,330,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 12,258,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 12,258,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥72,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $12,258,000 for American Sections, International Commissions, of which $7,552,000 is 

for the International Joint Commission, $2,304,000 is for the International Boundary Commission, and $2,402,000 is for the Border 

Environment Cooperation Commission. 

The Committee remains concerned about the adverse impact on 

communities in the United States from the release of effluent from 

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. The Committee urges the Secretary of State to work with the relevant Federal agencies and the 

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matter and adherence by all parties to commitments made in international and bilateral agreements. 

INTERNATIONAL FISHERIES COMMISSIONS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $36,681,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 32,502,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 36,681,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... +4,179,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $36,681,000 for International Fisheries Commissions. 

Funds appropriated under this heading support the United 

States share of the expenses of the international fisheries commissions and related organizations, as well as the travel expenses of 

the United States commissioners. The commissions funded by this 

appropriation were established by treaties and agreements negotiated by the United States and were ratified by the President with 

the advice and consent of the Senate. The treaties protect access 

to shared international fisheries resources and support other vital 

economic and environmental interests. The commercial and recreational fisheries managed by these organizations generate income 

from $12 to $15 billion annually for the United States. 

Funds made available under the heading are allocated in the following manner and are subject to the requirements of sections 

7015 and 7076 of this Act: 

INTERNATIONAL FISHERIES COMMISSIONS 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Commission/Activity Committee 

Recommendation 

Great Lakes Fishery Commission ................................................................................................................... 24,219 

Lake Champlain Basin ................................................................................................................. [–] 

Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission .................................................................................................... 1,750 

Pacific Salmon Commission ........................................................................................................................... 3,450 

International Pacific Halibut Commission ..................................................................................................... 4,150 

Other Marine Conservation Organizations ..................................................................................................... 3,112 

Total, International Fisheries Commissions ................................................................................. 36,681 

RELATED AGENCY 

BROADCASTING BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ........................................................ $738,887,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 777,843,000 

Committee recommendation 1 ............................................................ 767,143,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +28,256,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥10,700,000 1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level and the Committee recommendation include funds under 

this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $767,143,000 under 

this heading to carry out United States international communications activities and operations overseen by the Broadcasting Board 

of Governors (BBG), of which $758,267,000 is for international 

broadcasting operations and $8,876,000 is for broadcasting capital 

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INTERNATIONAL BROADCASTING OPERATIONS

The Committee recommendation includes $758,267,000 for International Broadcasting Operations. Additional funds are included in 

title VIII. 

This account funds the operating, program, and engineering costs 

of Voice of America (VOA), Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/ 

RL), Radio Free Asia (RFA), the Middle East Broadcasting Networks, and BBG. The recommendation also includes funding for 

broadcasting to Cuba under this account. Funds made available 

under the heading are allocated in the following manner and are 

subject to the requirements of sections 7015 and 7076 of this Act: 

INTERNATIONAL BROADCASTING OPERATIONS 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Federal Entities Committee 

Recommendation 

International Broadcasting Bureau (IBB) ...................................................................................................... 61,403 

Voice of America (VOA) .................................................................................................................................. 219,673 

OCO/GWOT—Afghanistan/Pakistan ....................................................................................................... 2,200 

OCO/GWOT—Syria/Iraq .......................................................................................................................... 2,600 

Subtotal, VOA Program Level ....................................................................................................... 224,473 

Office Cuba Broadcasting .............................................................................................................................. 28,130 

Technology, Services and Innovation ............................................................................................................. 183,428 

Internet Freedom and Circumvention Activities .................................................................................... [15,000] 

Subtotal, Federal Entities ............................................................................................................. 492,634 

Subtotal, Federal Entities with OCO/GWOT .................................................................................. 497,434 

Independent Grantee Organizations: 

Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty .................................................................................................................... 118,388 

OCO/GWOT—Afghanistan/Pakistan ....................................................................................................... 2,200 

Subtotal, RFE/RL Program Level .................................................................................................. 120,588 

Radio Free Asia .............................................................................................................................................. 38,775 

Middle East Broadcasting Networks (MBN) ................................................................................................... 108,470 

OCO/GWOT—Syria/Iraq .......................................................................................................................... 3,700 

Subtotal, MBN Program Level ...................................................................................................... 112,170 

Subtotal, Grantees ........................................................................................................................ 265,633 

Subtotal, Grantees with OCO/GWOT ............................................................................................. 271,533 

Total, International Broadcasting Operations (IBO) ............................................................................. 758,267 

Total, IBO Program Level with OCO/GWOT ................................................................................... 768,967 

The Committee recommendation continues the requirement that 

the BBG notify the Committees on Appropriations within 15 days 

of any determination by the Board that any of its broadcast entities 

were found to be in violation of the principles, standards, or journalistic code of ethics. 

Countering ISIL and violent extremism.—The Committee recommendation includes funds for program enhancements to counter 

the misinformation of ISIL and other violent extremist groups in 

the Middle East, and Central and South Asia. 

The Committee directs the Chief Executive Officer of the BBG to 

coordinate with the Under Secretary of Pubic Diplomacy at the Department of State on efforts of the BBG to appropriately employ 

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ward the United States and our allies and partners in a more focused and coordinated fashion and in a manner consistent with the 

standards of professional journalism. 

Countering Internet censorship.—The Committee recommendation includes $2,500,000 above the request for expansion of unrestricted access to information on the Internet in accordance with 

section 7078 of this Act. The Committee supports work to enhance 

access to information and independent media, including the operational expansion through competitively awarded procurements of 

field-tested programs that provide unmonitored and uncensored access to the Internet for large numbers of users and research and 

development of existing and new technologies. 

Countering Russian media.—The Committee recommendation includes the $7,800,000 program enhancement requested for BBG 

programs to counter Russian media. The Committee remains deeply concerned about the concerted effort to use media to subvert 

Russian-speaking citizens of former Soviet Republics, including the 

Baltic States and Ukraine, and supports the development of indigenously produced Russian-language media in these countries to 

counter government propaganda. 

East Asia and the Pacific.—The Committee recommendation pro- vides $38,775,000 for RFA, including funds to continue the Tibetan 

language service. The Committee strongly supports the Tibetan 

language services of the VOA and RFA which the Committee understands provide the only sources of independent information accessible to the people of Tibet. 

Office of Cuba Broadcasting (OCB).—The Committee recommendation provides not less than $28,130,000 for OCB Radio 

and TV Marti broadcasting to the people of Cuba, pursuant to the 

Radio Broadcasting to Cuba Act of 1983 and the Television Broadcasting to Cuba Act of 1990. In addition, section 7045(c) of this Act 

prohibits implementation of the proposed restructuring and merger 

of OCB and the VOA Spanish Division unless specifically authorized by a subsequent Act of Congress. 

VOA Africa.—The Committee notes the ongoing importance of 

VOA Africa programming, including programs in South Sudan, Somalia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) focused on 

supporting democratic transitions and the development of civil society. The Committee urges BBG to continue to prioritize such programs. 

BROADCASTING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

The Committee recommendation includes $8,876,000 for broadcasting capital improvements. 

RELATED PROGRAMS 

THE ASIA FOUNDATION

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $17,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 12,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 17,000,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... +5,000,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $17,000,000 for The 

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Authorized by The Asia Foundation Act of 1983, TAF operates 

programs throughout Asia. TAF program priorities are developed 

in consultation with the Department of State and focus at the 

country and regional levels on building democratic institutions and 

improving governance, supporting policies and institutions required 

for open markets, increasing opportunities for women’s participation and empowerment, and encouraging stability and cooperative 

relations among nations in the Asia-Pacific region. 

The Committee supports the efforts of TAF to seek donations 

from private foundations and corporations, competitively-bid 

awards from governmental and multilateral development agencies, 

and fee-based or reimbursable agreements as a means of sustaining 

program activities. The Committee directs TAF to include a summary table in the CBJ for fiscal year 2018 detailing total revenue 

and support by category for fiscal year 2016 and projected for fiscal 

year 2017. 

UNITED STATES INSTITUTE OF PEACE

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $35,300,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 37,884,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 35,300,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥2,584,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $35,300,000, for the 

United States Institute of Peace (USIP), as authorized. 

The Committee notes that USIP receives funds from interagency 

transfers, reimbursements, and offsetting receipts to support USIP 

programs. The Committee urges USIP to continue to seek competitive awards from Federal agencies and to fully implement fee-based 

or reimbursable agreements, where appropriate, as a means of sustaining USIP activities and programs in a fiscally constrained environment. In addition, the Committee directs USIP to include information in the CBJ for fiscal year 2018 on the amount of funds received from other Federal agencies and the amount of revenue generated from fees and reimbursable agreements in fiscal year 2016, 

and projected for fiscal years 2017 and 2018. 

CENTER FOR MIDDLE EASTERN-WESTERN DIALOGUE TRUST FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $96,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 122,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 122,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +26,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommends an appropriation for fiscal year 

2017 of interest and earnings from the Center for Middle EasternWestern Dialogue Trust Fund, as authorized by section 633 of Public Law 108–199. Interest and earnings for fiscal year 2017 are projected to total $122,000. 

EISENHOWER EXCHANGE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $400,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 350,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 350,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥50,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 


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The Committee recommends an appropriation for fiscal year 

2017 of interest and earnings from the Eisenhower Exchange Fellowship Program Trust Fund, as authorized by sections 4 and 5 of 

the Eisenhower Exchange Fellowship Act of 1990. Interest and 

earnings for fiscal year 2017 are projected to total $350,000. 

ISRAELI ARAB SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $13,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 47,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 47,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +34,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommends an appropriation for fiscal year 

2017 of interest and earnings from the Israeli Arab Scholarship 

Endowment Fund, as authorized by section 214 of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1992 and 1993. Interest and 

earnings for fiscal year 2017 are projected to total $47,000. 

EAST-WEST CENTER

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $16,700,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ................................................................. 0 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 0 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥16,700,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

1The fiscal year 2017 request includes $10,800,000 for the East-West Center under Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs. 

The Committee recommendation does not include an appropriation for the East-West Center. 

INTERNATIONAL CENTER, WASHINGTON, D.C. 

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $0 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 1,320,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 0 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥1,320,000 

The Committee recommendation does not include a separate account for International Center, Washington, D.C. as requested. 

Funds for the International Center are provided under Diplomatic 

and Consular Programs. 

NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR DEMOCRACY

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $170,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 103,500,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 170,000,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... +66,550,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $170,000,000 for the 

National Endowment for Democracy (NED). 

Of the total amount provided, the Committee directs that 

$117,500,000 shall be allocated in the traditional and customary 

manner, including for the core institutes. The remaining $52,500,000 shall be for democracy, human 

rights, and rule of law programs; as well as for the next phase of 

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tutes on the use of such funds, and the core institutes shall be eligible to receive funds for such purposes. 

The Committee is concerned that new, more sophisticated, and 

transnational threats to democracy abroad have emerged in recent 

years. The NED, with its four core institutes, its global grants programs and activities, and its extensive experience, is uniquely positioned to lead a strategic response to such threats. The Committee 

commends the NED for building on its unparalleled experience and 

work in the most difficult political environments to develop a 

transnational approach to defending democratic norms, values, and 

institutions to address many key strategic challenges. The Department of State and USAID should recognize the ability of the NED 

to address these challenges. 

The Committee continues to support democracy and human 

rights programs for Tibet and directs that not less than the 

amounts provided in fiscal year 2016 be continued for such purposes. 

Not later than 45 days after enactment of this Act, the President 

of the NED is directed to submit a report to the Committees on Appropriations on the proposed uses of the funds provided under this 

heading on a regional and country basis. The report should include 

a description of programmatic goals for each region and country 

and how the planned use of funds will meet such goals. The Committee directs the NED to consult with the Committees on Appropriations in advance of any significant deviation from the plans 

outlined in such report. This grant should continue to be provided 

directly to the NED, and therefore funds under this heading shall 

not be subject to prior approval by the Department of State or 

USAID or to administrative or management surcharges, and minimal expenses, if any, should be charged to general Department of 

State operating expenses. Further, the NED should not be precluded from competitively bidding on other grant solicitations. 

OTHER COMMISSIONS 

COMMISSION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF AMERICA’S HERITAGE

ABROAD

SALARIES AND EXPENSES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $676,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 888,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 888,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +212,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $888,000 for Commission for the Preservation of America’s Heritage Abroad, as authorized. 

UNITED STATES COMMISSION ON INTERNATIONAL RELIGIOUS

FREEDOM

SALARIES AND EXPENSES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $3,500,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 3,500,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 3,500,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 


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The Committee recommendation includes $3,500,000 for the 

United States Commission on International Religious Freedom, as 

authorized by title II of the IRFA of 1998. 

The Commission conducts independent reviews, reports on facts 

and circumstances of violations of religious freedom abroad, and 

recommends options for United States policies with respect to foreign countries engaging in or tolerating violations of religious freedom. 

COMMISSION ON SECURITY AND COOPERATION IN EUROPE

SALARIES AND EXPENSES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $2,579,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 2,579,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 2,579,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $2,579,000 for Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, as authorized by Public Law 94–304. 

The Commission was established in 1976 to monitor the acts of 

the signatories that reflect compliance with or violation of the articles of the Final Act of the Conference on Security and Cooperation 

in Europe, with particular regard to provisions relating to human 

rights and cooperation in humanitarian fields. 

CONGRESSIONAL-EXECUTIVE COMMISSION ON THE PEOPLE’S

REPUBLIC OF CHINA

SALARIES AND EXPENSES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $2,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 2,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 2,000,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $2,000,000 for the Congressional-Executive Commission on China. 

Established by the China Relations Act of 2000, the Commission’s mission is to monitor compliance of the Government of the 

People’s Republic of China (PRC) with international human rights 

standards and to track the development of the rule of law in the 

PRC. The Commission reports annually on these issues to the 

President and the Congressional leadership, making recommendations for policy action and legislation, when appropriate. 

UNITED STATES-CHINA ECONOMIC AND SECURITY REVIEW

COMMISSION

SALARIES AND EXPENSES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $3,500,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 3,500,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 3,500,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $3,500,000 for United 

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The Committee recommendation continues by reference the authorities, conditions, and limitations carried under this heading in 

division F of Public Law 111–117 that provide an administrative 

framework for the operations of the Commission. 

Established by the National Defense Authorization Act, 2001, the 

mission of the Commission is to monitor, investigate, and assess 

the ‘‘national security implications of the bilateral trade and economic relationship’’ between the United States and the PRC. The 

Commission reports annually on these issues to Congress, making 

recommendations for policy action and legislation when appropriate. 

TITLE II—UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL 

DEVELOPMENT 

FUNDS APPROPRIATED TO THE PRESIDENT

OPERATING EXPENSES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ........................................................ $1,143,614,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ................................................................. 1,306,340,000 

Committee recommendation 1 ............................................................ 1,184,416,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +40,802,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥121,924,000 1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $1,184,416,000 for Operating Expenses. Additional funds are provided under title VIII. 

Funds under this heading are provided for salaries and expenses 

of employees of USAID, personal service contractors, and employees hired by other Federal agencies but assigned to USAID. 

The Committee directs the USAID Administrator to provide an 

update to the report required by House Report 114–154 to reflect 

employment data as of the end of fiscal year 2017. Such report 

shall be subject to the reporting procedures of the Committees on 

Appropriations. 

The Committee notes that USAID must submit an operating 

plan to the Committees on Appropriations as required in section 

7076 of this Act. 

Diversity.—The Committee expects the USAID Administrator to 

continue initiatives, including fellowships, to promote diversity in 

the workforce. 

Procurement.—The Committee directs the USAID Administrator 

to consult with the Committees on Appropriations on any proposed 

significant or substantive change to USAID guidance or directives 

related to acquisition and assistance prior to issuing such guidance 

or directives to USAID posts worldwide. 

The Committee directs USAID to ensure that technical officers 

comply with statutory and regulatory requirements in selecting the 

appropriate instrument type when administering all contracts and 

awards. USAID shall consult with the Committee on the guidelines 

used when selecting the appropriate mechanism. 

As in prior years, USAID is directed to notify the Committees on 

Appropriations 15 days prior to any procurement action that involves awarding of a sole source contract or other non-competitive 

grant or contract; raising the ceiling on an existing Indefinite 

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grant; or raising the ceiling on an existing umbrella grant. The 

Committee expects the thresholds for notification to be the same as 

in fiscal year 2012. 

The Committee remains concerned about USAID limiting competition for certain contracts and grants. The Committee directs 

the USAID Administrator to report to the Committees on Appropriations, not later than 30 days after enactment of this Act, on 

any procurement actions for which competition was limited, and 

the justification for each such action taken, during fiscal year 2016. 

The Committee continues to be concerned about the difficulty 

with which United States companies, including small, minorityowned, and disadvantaged business enterprises; universities; and 

non-governmental organizations have in navigating the acquisition 

and assistance process at USAID. The Committee expects that, to 

the maximum extent practicable, the USAID Administrator shall 

ensure that United States small, minority-owned, veteran, and disadvantaged business enterprises fully participate in the provision 

of goods and services. Not later than 120 days after enactment of 

this Act, the Committee directs the USAID Administrator to submit to the Committees on Appropriations an annual report that describes the actions taken to meet this objective and the success of 

those efforts. 

The Committee recommends funding in title VI of this Act for 

the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) to provide technical procurement advisory assistance and services for 

USAID and other Federal agencies for middle income and lower income countries that need assistance developing and aligning their 

standards and regulations with the broader international community. 

The Committee recommends that USAID increase its engagement with United States engineering firms to assist the participation of such firms in the development of physical infrastructure 

projects funded by this Act. 

CAPITAL INVESTMENT FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $168,300,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 66,145,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 199,985,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +31,685,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... +133,840,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $199,985,000 for Capital Investment Fund. 

The Committee notes that USAID must submit an operating 

plan to the Committees on Appropriations as required in section 

7076 of this Act. 

OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $66,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 67,600,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 67,600,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +1,600,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $67,600,000 for Office 

of Inspector General. 

The Committee directs the Office of Inspector General to submit 

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TITLE III—BILATERAL ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE 

FUNDS APPROPRIATED TO THE PRESIDENT

GLOBAL HEALTH PROGRAMS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level ........................................................ $8,503,450,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................. 8,576,500,000 

Committee recommendation ............................................................ 8,916,500,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... +413,050,000 

Change from request .................................................................... +340,000,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $8,916,500,000 for 

Global Health Programs. 

USAID Global Health Programs 

The Committee recommendation includes $3,246,500,000 for 

global health programs to be directly apportioned to USAID. The 

Committee recommendation includes $997,000,000 for maternal 

and child health; $125,000,000 for nutrition programs under this 

heading; $22,000,000 for programs benefiting vulnerable children; 

$236,000,000 to combat tuberculosis; $200,000,000 for global health 

security and emerging health threats; and $845,000,000 to prevent 

and treat malaria. Included under this heading is authority to provide a contribution to the United Nations Children’s Fund 

(UNICEF), and the Committee recommendation includes 

$132,500,000 for such contribution. 

Global health security and emerging health threats.—The Committee recommendation includes $200,000,000 to promote global 

health security and to address emerging health threats overseas. 

Not later than 30 days after enactment of this Act, and prior to the 

initial obligation of funds, the Committee directs the USAID Administrator to submit to the Committees on Appropriations a report on the proposed uses of such funds on a country and project 

basis. The Committee directs that such report shall be updated and 

submitted to the Committees on Appropriations every 60 days until 

funds are obligated. The Committee directs the GAO to conduct a 

review of the use of funds provided and consult with the Committees on Appropriations on the elements of such review. USAID 

shall reimburse the GAO for the cost of such a review from funds 

provided under this heading. 

Malaria.—The Committee reaffirms its support for the Coordinator of United States Government Activities to Combat Malaria 

Globally as established in Public Law 110–293, including oversight 

of relevant programs across government agencies. 

The Committee does not include requested language to repurpose 

unobligated balances appropriated under title IX of Division J of 

Public Law 113–235 for malaria programs and instead provides additional funds under this heading for that purpose. 

Maternal and child health.—The health of a mother is directly 

related to the health of her children, and the Committee continues 

its commitment to maintain an emphasis on expanding access to 

programs that have proven effective in reducing maternal and child 

mortality. From funds provided under this heading, the Committee 

directs USAID to increase funding for programs to prevent and 

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also encourages USAID to continue supporting programs for maternal and neonatal tetanus. 

Subject to the consultation requirements of the Committees on 

Appropriations, USAID shall consider the need and cost-effectiveness of supporting programs that focus on the following health 

issues: children with hydrocephalus; children with autism; programs for children with disabling burn injuries; non-communicable 

diseases; sickle cell disease; and neurological disorders, including 

Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. 

The Committee expects the USAID Administrator to consult with 

the Committees on Appropriations regarding steps taken to increase equitable access to qualified health workers in developing 

countries. 

Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).—The Committee notes the 

success of USAID in combating NTDs and supports the continuation of these life-saving programs. 

Nutrition.—The Committee directs that not less than 

$125,000,000 shall be provided for nutrition programs under this 

heading, including continued funding for Vitamin A and iodine deficiency disorder programs. The Committee supports effective nutrition interventions to reduce stunting, increase breastfeeding, and 

treat severe malnutrition. The Committee expects the USAID Administrator to consult with the Committees on Appropriations regarding the use of funds in this Act to implement the Nutrition for 

Growth Compact. 

Pharmaceuticals.—The Committee is concerned about the potential side effects from pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical trials 

supported by funds in this Act. Not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, the Committee directs the USAID Administrator 

to provide a report to the Committees on Appropriations on all 

pharmaceutical purchases and pharmaceutical trials planned to be 

supported during fiscal year 2017. The Committee expects USAID 

to require that recipients of pharmaceuticals and participants in 

pharmaceutical trials are fully informed of their potential side effects. 

Polio.—The Committee provides $59,000,000 for programs to 

combat and eradicate polio, of which not less than $51,500,000 is 

provided under this heading. The Committee notes that global polio 

eradication programs are also funded by the Centers for Disease 

Control and Prevention (CDC). 

Reproductive health/voluntary family planning.—The Committee 

recommendation includes section 7058 of this Act, which provides 

not more than $461,000,000 for reproductive health and voluntary 

family planning in this Act. This provision also addresses funds 

provided under Economic Support Fund for reproductive health 

and family planning. 

The Committee recommendation continues prior year language 

that does the following: (1) requires that none of the funds appropriated in this Act, or any unobligated balances, may be made 

available to any organization or program, which as determined by 

the President, supports or participates in the management of a program of coercive abortion or involuntary sterilization; (2) states 

that funds cannot be used to pay for the performance of abortions 

as a method of family planning or to motivate or coerce any person 

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available only to voluntary family planning projects that offer, either directly or through referral, information about access to a 

broad range of family planning methods and services; (4) requires 

that in awarding grants for natural family planning under section 

104 of the Foreign Assistance Act, no applicant shall be discriminated against because of such applicant’s religious or conscientious 

commitment to offer only natural family planning; and (5) requires 

the provision of accurate information related to condoms. 

The Committee includes language in section 7056 of this Act prohibiting funds for any foreign nongovernmental organization that 

promotes or performs abortion, except in cases of rape or incest or 

when the life of the mother would be endangered if the fetus were 

carried to term. 

The Committee encourages USAID to increase funding for fertility-awareness models of family planning that are proven effective, including those that rely on mobile and internet technologies. 

Awards should be made through an open and competitive process, 

and are subject to the funding limitations and restrictions in this 

Act and section 104 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as well 

as the consultation requirements of the Committees on Appropriations. 

Research.—The Committee directs the Department of State and 

USAID to coordinate and undertake a consultative process with the 

Department of Defense, the CDC, the National Institutes of Health 

(NIH), the Food and Drug Administration, and the United States 

Office of the Global AIDS Coordinator (OGAC) as agencies develop 

their global health research priorities to ensure that United States 

investments in global health research are efficient, coordinated, 

and streamlined. 

Tuberculosis.—The Committee expects the USAID Administrator 

to consult with the Committees on Appropriations regarding the 

use of funds in this Act to implement the President’s National Action Plan for Combating Drug Resistant Tuberculosis. 

Vaccines.—The Committee recommends a United States contribution of $275,000,000 for GAVI, the Vaccine Alliance in recognition that vaccines are key to decreasing the number of children 

who die before age five. 

The Committee agrees that developing a vaccine is essential to 

the fight against malaria and HIV and encourages USAID to continue funding to support their advancement as part of a comprehensive prevention, diagnostic, and treatment strategy to reduce 

malaria and HIV worldwide. 

Vulnerable children.—The Committee directs that not less than 

$22,000,000 shall be provided to support programs and activities 

that address the needs of vulnerable children, including childhood 

blindness programs. 

The Committee supports psychiatric care for children facing adversity and separation from their families due to conflict and economic instability and directs the USAID Administrator to allocate 

Displaced Child and Orphans Fund (DCOF) resources for such purposes. Not later than 30 days after enactment of this Act, the 

USAID Administrator is directed to report to the Committees on 

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The Committee notes that six priority countries were selected for 

the United States Government Action Plan on Children in Adversity (APCA). The Committee encourages USAID to work to develop 

a coordinated strategy across all government agencies and a process for collaborative country planning for each of these six countries. The Committee directs the USAID Administrator to regularly 

update the Committee on APCA implementation. 

The Committee supports implementation of all three core objectives under the APCA, which focus on building strong beginnings, 

putting family care first, and protecting children from violence, exploitation, abuse, and neglect. The Committee encourages USAID 

to apply DCOF resources to plan and budget for activities that support all APCA core objectives, including, but not limited to, increasing the percentage of children living within appropriate, permanent, and protective family care; reducing the percentage of children living in institutions; and increasing adequate nutrition, education opportunities, care, and protection for families and their 

children. 

HIV/AIDS Prevention and Treatment 

The Committee recommendation includes $6,000,000,000 to fight 

HIV/AIDS, which is the same as the fiscal year 2016 enacted level. 

Of this amount, the Committee recommendation includes 

$5,670,000,000, which shall be directly apportioned to the Department of State. The Committee recommends continued support for 

a United States contribution to the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). 

The Committee recognizes the significant achievements of the 

President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through the 

support of anti-retroviral treatment, testing, counseling, and other 

prevention measures. The Committee recommends prioritizing 

pregnant women within treatment programs to prevent mother-tochild transmission. Additionally, the Committee recommends that 

the United States Office of the Global AIDS Coordinator (OGAC) 

build upon the success of the Accelerating Children’s Treatment 

Initiative, including a focus on capacity for HIV diagnostics and 

anti-retroviral treatment for infants and young children at the 

highest risk of dying without treatment. 

The Committee supports OGAC’s engagement with post-secondary institutions as authorized in section 204(c) of Public Law 

110–293. 

Microbicides.—The Committee recommends continued support 

for microbicide development and directs OGAC to coordinate with 

USAID, NIH, other Federal agencies, and donors in order to advance microbicide development and implementation. The Committee directs OGAC to update the Committees on Appropriations 

on a regular basis on the progress made in achieving an effective 

microbicide. 

Program data.—The Committee supports the continued development of high-quality data sets including site-specific program data, 

information regarding site and service delivery quality, and program efficiency data to inform where and how PEPFAR resources 

should be allocated to have the greatest impact. The Committee encourages OGAC to strengthen and maintain these data sets and to 

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Public-private partnerships.—The Committee recognizes the important work by OGAC in partnering with the private sector and 

other institutional donors to leverage public and private investments in global health. These efforts are instrumental in combating a number of health issues unique to the survival of women 

and mothers in sub-Saharan Africa, including screening for disease, 

education and awareness campaigns, and other critical improvements to the overall health systems and services in some of the 

most underserved areas. The Committee encourages OGAC to consider expanding these efforts to improve the health of women 

worldwide. 

Reporting requirement.—The Committee directs that the quarterly reporting requirement included in the Statement of Managers 

accompanying the Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2004 under the heading ‘‘Global HIV/AIDS Initiative’’ shall cease as of the date of enactment of 

this Act. The Committee directs OGAC to continue to post information on obligations and expenditures on its Web site. 

The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria 

(Global Fund).—The Committee is supportive of the Global Fund 

and its performance-based, results-oriented multilateral funding 

mechanism to combat HIV/AIDS and other infectious diseases. The 

Committee recommends up to $1,350,000,000 to meet such commitment, and any funds not able to be obligated because of statutory 

limitations may be available for bilateral PEPFAR programs. 

Oversight of the Global Fund remains a top priority, as well as 

continued support for an independent Office of Inspector General. 

Therefore, the Committee recommendation continues language 

withholding 10 percent of funds provided to the Global Fund until 

the Secretary of State certifies to the Committees on Appropriations that the Secretariat and Board of the Global Fund have not 

adopted policies that would make the work of the Office of Inspector General less transparent or less comprehensive. 

The Committee directs the Secretary of State to provide to the 

Committees on Appropriations an update to the report required in 

House Report 113–185 on Global Fund issues related to financial 

systems, taxation, the United Nations Development Programme, 

and Secretariat budget transparency. 

Vulnerable children.—The Committee encourages OGAC to continue to align existing programs for vulnerable children with the 

goals and objectives of APCA and ensure that orphans and vulnerable children remain a priority within PEPFAR country programs. 

The Committee supports the continued integration of APCA’s first 

objective into PEPFAR Mother-to-Child Transmission Programs; 

continued programming that focuses on strengthening families and 

preventing family separation, as well as identifying children outside of parental care for placement into permanent families; and 

continued support for efforts to meet the needs of children living 

outside of family care. 

DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level ........................................................ $2,780,971,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................. 2,959,573,000 

Committee recommendation ............................................................ 2,780,971,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... 0 

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The Committee recommendation includes $2,780,971,000 for Development Assistance. 

Agriculture 

The Committee includes $1,000,600,000 for food security and agriculture development. The Committee supports a comprehensive 

approach that links food security, agricultural production, and economic growth in order to address causes of hunger and poverty and 

also recommends integrating nutrition and the principles of sustainable natural resource management into this approach. The 

Committee notes the importance of women in increasing sustainable agriculture production and expects assistance and training to 

focus on women in order to create long-term solutions to food insecurity and malnutrition. The Committee continues to support programs that increase access for smallholder farmers to land tenure. 

The Committee encourages additional public-private partnerships 

to assist USAID to cost effectively achieve its food security and 

Feed the Future goals. The Committee recognizes the importance 

of biofortification as a part of the global food security strategy and 

urges continued support for such efforts. The Committee provides $15,000,000 for a contribution as authorized by section 3202 of Public Law 110–246, as amended by 

section 3206 of Public Law 113–79. 

Feed the Future Innovation Labs.—The Committee recommendation includes not less than $60,000,000 for the Feed the Future Innovation Labs, and the Committee commends USAID for its increased engagement with United States universities to capitalize 

on the unparalleled research capacities of United States institutions of higher education to solve the world’s most challenging agricultural development and food security problems. The Committee 

expects that the request level for the Feed the Future Innovation 

Labs will be designated in the CBJ for fiscal year 2018. 

Spend plan.—Section 7076 of this Act requires the USAID Administrator to submit a spend plan on food security and agriculture 

development and the Committee expects such plan to detail the 

proposed use of funds by account, office, and country prior to funds 

being obligated. The spend plan should also specify any funds to be 

transferred to other agencies or international financial institutions 

and the purpose of such transfer. 

Economic Growth 

Microenterprise and microfinance.—The Committee recommendation includes not less than $265,000,000 in this Act for microenterprise and microfinance development programs. The Committee 

notes that USAID is required to target half of all microfinance and 

microenterprise funds to the very poor, defined as those living on 

less than $1.25 a day, pursuant to section 251(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. The Committee directs the USAID Administrator to prioritize investments in microenterprise and microfinance in sub-Saharan Africa to reach the poorest and most 

marginalized and to consult with the Committees on Appropriations on efforts to focus existing resources for this purpose. The 

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terprise and microfinance programs to promote economic development in Mexico and Central America. 

Trade capacity building.—The Committee continues to support 

capacity building activities related to the free trade agreements 

with the countries of Central America, Colombia, Peru, and the Dominican Republic to ensure that United States workers and businesses can compete on a level playing field. 

Education 

American Schools and Hospitals Abroad (ASHA).—The Committee recommendation includes $26,000,000 for the ASHA program, which is the same as the fiscal year 2016 enacted level. The 

Committee continues to recognize the important contributions 

made to United States foreign policy interests by institutions funded by this program, including fostering a positive image of the 

United States around the world. The Committee notes the distinct 

mandate of ASHA from other USAID development programs, including the focus on public diplomacy and fostering American values, ideas, and practices. The Committee also notes that many of 

the successful ASHA programs operate in countries that are largely 

absent of other USAID programs. USAID should consider the strategic impact that ASHA programs can have in particular countries 

and regions in fostering a stronger commitment to fundamental 

American values. The Committee expects ASHA funds to continue 

to be allocated through an open and competitive process. The Committee expects USAID to allocate funds to administer the ASHA 

program from funds provided for Operating Expenses on a proportionate basis with other agency programs. 

Basic education.—The Committee believes basic education should 

be a key component of the United States Government strategy in 

developing countries. An educated citizenry will result in sustained 

economic growth, strengthened democratic institutions, the empowerment of women and girls, and decreased extremism. The 

Committee recommendation includes not less than of $800,000,000 

for basic education programs in this Act and directs USAID to use 

meaningful metrics in evaluating its basic education programs. The 

Committee supports increased United States participation in the 

Global Partnership for Education and includes not less than 

$75,000,000 for a contribution. 

The Committee is concerned that USAID has not sufficiently integrated programs for pre-primary education into the basic education strategy. Not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, 

the USAID Administrator is directed to submit a report to the 

Committees on Appropriations on the criteria used to determine 

where pre-primary education programs are funded. The report 

should also include a list of countries and funding levels for all current pre-primary education programs. 

The Committee notes that violence against children can be pervasive in settings where children are expected to be safe and protected, such as homes and schools, and the negative impact such 

violence has on education outcomes. The Committee therefore encourages that basic education programs support the objectives and 

outcomes outlined in the United States Government Action Plan on 

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The Committee believes that schools can be centers of learning 

and development for an entire community and expects programs in 

other sectors to be integrated with schools and educational programs as much as possible. USAID should prioritize technical assistance for local governments to foster communities of learning 

and should encourage recipient countries and other donors to pursue comprehensive development efforts to support these programs. 

USAID is directed to consult with the Committees on Appropriations on this initiative on a regular basis, as well as stakeholders, 

during continued implementation of the basic education strategy to 

sustain progress in literacy and basic education programs. Such 

consultations should include how the strategy will impact all age 

groups. The Committee supports funds for basic education programs in the Western Hemisphere. The Committee recommends 

USAID consider school-based eye health programs to help ensure 

access to eyeglasses for children. 

The Committee notes the reporting requirement contained in section 7060 of this Act and directs USAID to continue to consult with 

the Committees on Appropriations on progress made to reduce the 

funding pipeline of basic education assistance. 

Higher education.—The Committee recommendation includes 

$235,000,000 for assistance for higher education, which is 

$10,000,000 above the fiscal year 2016 level. The additional 

$10,000,000 is included for new partnerships between higher education institutions in the United States and Malawi. The Committee notes the important role United States universities have 

played in advancing recent innovations in e-learning and directs 

USAID to include a focus within the new partnerships to increase 

access to higher education through the use of this technology. 

In addition, the Committee recommendation includes not less 

than $35,000,000 for new programs to build institutional capacity 

of universities and colleges in developing nations through partnerships with United States universities. The Committee directs 

USAID to initiate new competitive grants for partnerships of a sufficient length and size to make a transformational impact on colleges and universities in developing nations. 

The Committee supports the work of the USAID Global Development Lab to accelerate the creation, testing, and scaling of highimpact approaches to development and directs that $27,400,000 be 

made available for the Higher Education Solutions Network 

(HESN). The Committee expects that the request level for the 

HESN will be designated in the CBJ for fiscal year 2018. 

The Committee notes that reaching underserved populations in 

Latin America and the Caribbean with educational programs of 

sufficient duration to provide leadership, language skills, and career training is important for countries’ economic and social development. Therefore, the Committee urges USAID to prioritize educational opportunities at post-secondary institutions for underserved populations in the region. 

The Committee includes further direction on funds made available under this heading for Vietnam in section 7043 of this report 

and expects the USAID Administrator to consult with the Committees on Appropriations on the use of funds for higher education 

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The Committee expects funds provided for higher education to be 

made available through open and competitive processes. 

Global Programs 

The Committee includes language on conservation and programs 

to combat trafficking in persons under section 7060 of this report. 

African descent.—The Committee directs the USAID Administrator to consult with the Committees on Appropriations on steps 

taken by USAID to address the specific needs of people of African 

descent in countries in which USAID operates. 

Burn prevention.—The Committee supports burn prevention efforts through the distribution of fire-safe cookstoves and directs 

that USAID consult with the Committees on Appropriations on the 

estimated need and cost effectiveness of programs that focus on essential treatment for children with disabling burn injuries. The 

Committee further directs that USAID integrate burn prevention 

and treatment into existing programs, as appropriate. 

Child marriage.—The Committee recommends funding at not 

less than the fiscal year 2016 level for programs that reduce the 

incidence of child marriage and to meet the needs of married girls. 

Domestic resource mobilization.—The Committee supports the efforts of USAID and the Office of Technical Assistance of the Department of the Treasury to help countries better mobilize their 

own financial resources. Domestic resource mobilization offers the 

opportunity to create tools and capacity in partner countries to increase the accountability of governments to their people and significantly raise new resources to invest in and achieve their health, 

education, and other development goals. 

Reconciliation programs.—The Committee provides $26,000,000 

under this heading and Economic Support Fund to support peopleto-people reconciliation programs that bring together individuals of 

different ethnic, religious, and political backgrounds from areas of 

civil strife and war, of which $10,000,000 shall be for reconciliation 

activities between Israelis and Palestinians. Funds shall be awarded through a competitive grant process. The Committee expects the 

Department of State and USAID to ensure that funds provided for 

reconciliation programs in the Middle East include a rigorous vetting and evaluation process and are consistent with United States 

foreign policy objectives in the region. 

Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH).—The Committee recommendation includes not less than $400,000,000 in this Act for 

long-term, sustainable water supply, sanitation, and hygiene 

projects pursuant only to Public Law 109–121, as amended by Public Law 113–289. The Committee directs that not less than 

$145,000,000 of such funds be made available for programs and activities in sub-Saharan Africa, which should be prioritized for the 

poorest communities and countries in accordance with Public Law 

113–289. The Committee expects these programs to include robust 

monitoring and evaluation and directs USAID to consult with the 

Committees on Appropriations on these efforts. Access to adequate 

water, sanitation, and hygiene is a critical component of disease 

prevention, and the Committee supports greater integration of 

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adequate sanitation, and hygiene products impacts women and 

girls in particular and recommends USAID address this issue in 

the design of WASH programs. 

Youth programs.—Not later than 120 days after enactment of 

this Act, the Secretary of State, in consultation with the USAID 

Administrator, is directed to submit a report to the Committees on 

Appropriations on efforts to ensure foreign assistance adequately 

supports positive youth development outcomes. 

INTERNATIONAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ...................................................... $874,763,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ............................................................... 125,000,000 

Committee recommendation 1 .......................................................... 909,057,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... +34,294,000 

Change from request .................................................................... +784,057,000 

1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $909,057,000 for International Disaster Assistance. When combined with funds provided 

under title VIII, the amount recommended is the same as the fiscal 

year 2016 enacted level. 

This account funds humanitarian relief, rehabilitation, and reconstruction in countries affected by natural and man-made disasters, as well as support for disaster mitigation, disaster risk reduction, prevention, and preparedness. This includes the purchase of 

commodities, such as temporary shelter, blankets, and supplementary and therapeutic food; potable water; medical supplies; and 

agricultural rehabilitation. Program beneficiaries include disaster 

victims, conflict victims, and internally displaced persons. 

The Committee expects the reporting requirement included 

under this heading in the joint explanatory statement accompanying division K of Public Law 113–76 to continue for fiscal year 

2017. 

Child protection.—The Committee recognizes the need for additional protection of children in conflict and crisis settings and encourages the Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance to play an increasing leadership role to protect children in humanitarian crises. 

Minority communities.—Conflict and instability intensify the 

challenges facing minority communities, including Christian populations. The Committee urges the USAID Administrator to ensure 

that eligible individuals and families from such communities have 

access to humanitarian assistance and resettlement services. 

TRANSITION INITIATIVES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ...................................................... $30,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ............................................................... 15,000,000 

Committee recommendation 1 .......................................................... 40,600,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... +10,600,000 

Change from request .................................................................... +25,600,000 

1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $40,600,000 for Transition Initiatives. When combined with funds provided under title 

VIII, the amount recommended is the same as the request. The 

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sulting from violence caused by ISIL, with a particular focus on 

unmet needs in the Kurdistan region of Iraq. 

Funds provided in this account support programs targeting key 

transitions to democracy for countries in crisis and quick-impact 

activities for conflict prevention or stabilization. 

The Committee recommendation continues the following requirements: (1) funds made available under this heading may only be 

administered by the Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI); (2) five 

days prior to starting a new program, USAID must submit a report 

to the Committees on Appropriations; and (3) up to $15,000,000 of 

funds appropriated by this Act to carry out the provisions of part 

I of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 may be used for the purposes and with the authorities provided under this heading if the 

Secretary of State determines it is in the national interest and following consultation with the Committees on Appropriations. 

The Committee directs OTI to submit a report to the Committees 

on Appropriations summarizing new, ongoing, and completed country programs implemented by OTI in fiscal year 2017, including 

programs supported with transferred funds, subject to the reporting requirements of the Committees on Appropriations. 

COMPLEX CRISES FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ...................................................... $10,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ............................................................... 10,000,000 

Committee recommendation ............................................................ 0 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... ¥10,000,000 

Change from request .................................................................... ¥10,000,000 1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level and the fiscal year 2017 request include funds under this 

heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency 

Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation does not include an appropriation for the Complex Crises Fund. 

DEVELOPMENT CREDIT AUTHORITY

Program Account: 

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level ........................................................ $40,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................. 60,000,000 

Committee recommendation ............................................................ 40,000,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... 0 

Change from request .................................................................... ¥20,000,000 

Administrative Expenses: 

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level ........................................................ $8,120,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................. 10,000,000 

Committee recommendation ............................................................ 8,120,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... 0 

Change from request .................................................................... ¥1,880,000 

The Committee recommendation includes a ceiling of $40,000,000 

on the amount that may be transferred from bilateral economic assistance accounts for the subsidy cost of loan guarantees under the 

Development Credit Authority (DCA) program. The Committee recommendation includes an appropriation of $8,120,000 for administrative expenses. 

The bill includes a requirement that USAID notify the Committees on Appropriations prior to the use of gifts for DCA transactions or in transactions resulting in negative subsidy. 

The Committee notes that USAID must submit a spending report 

to the Committees on Appropriations as required in section 7076 

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ECONOMIC SUPPORT FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ...................................................... $1,896,315,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ............................................................... 2,408,454,000 

Committee recommendation 1 .......................................................... 1,601,559,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... ¥294,756,000 

Change from request .................................................................... ¥806,895,000 1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $1,601,559,000 for Economic Support Fund. Additional funds are provided under title 

VIII. 

Funds appropriated under this heading in this Act are allocated 

according to the following table and are subject to section 7019. 

ECONOMIC SUPPORT FUND 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Country/Program Budget Authority 

Africa .............................................................................................................................................................. 341,752 

East Asia and the Pacific .............................................................................................................................. 115,410 

Near East ........................................................................................................................................................ 1,919,280 

South and Central Asia .................................................................................................................................. 1,077,055 

Western Hemisphere ....................................................................................................................................... 528,304 

Global Programs ............................................................................................................................................. 42,431 

Total, Economic Support Fund .............................................................................................................. 4,024,232 

of which, OCO/GWOT .................................................................................................................... [2,422,673] 

The Committee notes that funds are requested under this heading to advance United States interests by helping countries meet 

political, economic, and security needs. 

Africa 

The Committee provides additional direction on programs in this 

region under section 7042 of this report. 

Democratic Republic of the Congo.—The Committee includes 

$75,188,000 for the DRC, which is the same as the request. Funds 

are provided to support economic and agricultural development opportunities, as a result of the improving investment climate in the 

DRC, including in eastern DRC. Funds should also support democracy and governance, rule of law, and civil society capacity building. The Committee notes the success of public-private partnerships to help small farmers with agricultural development initiatives and encourages USAID to continue to support such efforts. 

Somalia.—The Committee directs that funds be made available 

for Somalia at not less than the fiscal year 2016 level. Funds 

should be used to support the formation of legitimate, durable institutions that will enhance peace and stability in the country. The 

Secretary of State is directed to submit a report to the Committees 

on Appropriations on the use of assistance for Somalia and shall 

consult with the Committees on the content of the report prior to 

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East Asia and the Pacific 

People’s Republic of China (PRC).—The Committee recommendation includes a prohibition on direct assistance to the Government 

of the PRC from this account. 

Tibet.—The Committee includes $8,000,000, which is the same as 

the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, to support activities that preserve cultural traditions and promote sustainable development and 

environmental conservation in Tibetan communities in the Tibetan 

Autonomous Region and in other Tibetan autonomous areas in the 

PRC. The Committee notes the development challenges facing Tibetan communities in South Asia and includes $6,000,000, which 

is the same as the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, to continue to 

support Tibetan communities in India and Nepal in the areas of 

education, skills development, and entrepreneurship. 

Near East 

The Committee provides additional direction on programs in the 

region under section 7041 of this report. 

Lebanon.—The Committee includes not less than $12,000,000 for 

scholarships for Lebanese students with high financial need to attend not-for-profit educational institutions in Lebanon that meet 

standards comparable to those required for American accreditation. 

Students graduating from public and private high schools in Lebanon should be eligible for scholarships if they demonstrate financial need, have strong academic records, and show potential to contribute to the long-term political, economic, and social development 

of Lebanon. The Committee directs that these funds be awarded 

through an open and competitive process. 

Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI).—The Committee includes $70,000,000 for MEPI, which is the same as the fiscal year 

2016 enacted level. The Committee directs that $12,000,000 be 

made available for the MEPI scholarship program. 

Middle East Regional Cooperation Program.—The Committee includes $5,000,000 for the Middle East Regional Cooperation Program, which is the same as the request. 

Near East Regional Democracy.—The Committee includes 

$32,000,000 for the Near East Regional Democracy program, which 

is the same as the fiscal year 2016 enacted level. The Committee 

expects the funds provided above the request to be used to support 

programs to increase the participation of women in politics, including as candidates in elections, and in consultation with diaspora 

communities in the United States. 

South and Central Asia 

The Committee provides additional direction on programs in this 

region under section 7044 of this report. 

The Committee supports regional economic integration programs 

that support transit, trade, and energy linkages in the region and 

increase economic growth and stability by expanding trade through 

neighboring countries. 

Western Hemisphere 

The Committee provides additional direction on programs in this 

region under section 7045 of this report. 


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Colombia.—The Committee recommendation includes not less 

than the fiscal year 2016 enacted level for assistance for Colombia 

under this heading. The bill provides additional funding for Colombia pursuant to section 7045 of this Act and this report. 

Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI).—The Committee pro- vides $25,000,000 for CBSI, which is the same as the fiscal year 

2016 enacted level. 

Central America Regional Security Initiative (CARSI).—The 

Committee provides $143,000,000 for CARSI and further direction 

is included under section 7045 of the Act and this report. 

Cuba.—The Committee recommendation includes $30,000,000 for 

programs to promote democracy and strengthen civil society in 

Cuba, of which not less than $8,000,000 shall be for the NED. The 

remaining funds should be administered by DRL, the Bureau of 

Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) and USAID, and the Committee encourages these bureaus and USAID to consider the 

unique capabilities of the core institutes of the NED in implementing similar programs. The Committee directs that funds shall 

only be used for programs and activities pursuant to section 109(a) 

of the Cuban Liberty and Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996 and 

section 1705 of the Cuban Democracy Act (CDA) of 1992, and shall 

not be used for business promotion, economic reform, entrepreneurship or any other assistance that is not democracy-building. With 

respect to grantee selection and implementation, the Committee directs that grants exceeding $1,000,000, or to be implemented over 

a period of 12 months, shall be awarded only to organizations with 

experience promoting democracy inside Cuba. 

Mexico.—The Committee provides $49,004,000 for Mexico only 

for programs to support justice reform, promote good governance, 

protect human rights, implement crime and violence prevention 

programs, and facilitate United States-Mexico trade and investment. The Committee supports development programs along the 

United States-Mexico border that address the root causes of violence and instability. 

The Committee recognizes that the United States and Mexico 

face difficult challenges in securing our shared border, while also 

facilitating the efficient flow of commerce and trade. The Committee notes the efforts of the Department of State and other 

United States Government agencies to engage with their Mexican 

counterparts on issues of common concern, such as efforts to improve port of entry infrastructure, equipment, and technology. The 

Committee encourages the Department of State, in cooperation 

with other United States Government agencies, to explore new opportunities for cooperation with Mexican authorities. 

The Committee supports judicial reform efforts in Mexico and 

notes the positive outcomes in states that have implemented reforms. The Committee notes that programs supported by the 

United States have trained thousands of federal justice sector personnel, including attorneys, judges, and law students in Mexico. 

The Committee notes the increased efforts of the Government of 

Mexico to address the migration of unaccompanied, undocumented 

minors from Central America to the United States. The Committee 

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Venezuela.—The Committee provides $8,000,000 for democracy 

programs in Venezuela. 

Global Programs 

Counterterrorism.—The Committee provides $6,000,000 for the 

Counterterrorism Bureau. The Committee does not include funds 

requested for the Counterterrorism Partnerships Fund under this 

heading, but notes funds are provided under Nonproliferation, 

Anti-terrorism, Demining and Related Programs. 

Foreign assistance resources.—The Committee recommendation 

includes the request for the Office of U.S. Foreign Assistance Resources to support aid transparency and evaluation. 

Forensic Anthropology.—The Committee recommendation includes $4,000,000 for forensic anthropology programs pursuant to 

section 7034(b)(3)(A). 

Green Climate Fund.—Section 7034 prohibits funds in this Act 

and prior Acts making appropriations for the Department of State, 

foreign operations, and related programs for a contribution, grant, 

or any other payment to the Green Climate Fund. 

Independent media.—The Committee continues to support assistance for independent media, including in Afghanistan, Burma, and 

Pakistan. 

National Ocean Policy.—The Committee notes that no funds are 

requested in fiscal year 2017 for the implementation of the National Ocean Policy, and the Committee recommendation includes 

no funding for this purpose. The Committee further notes that any 

funds obligated in support of this policy are subject to the notification requirements contained in this Act. 

Oceans and International Environmental Scientific Affairs.—The 

Committee includes only $1,500,000 for the Office of Oceans and 

International Environmental Scientific Affairs, which is the request 

level for wildlife trafficking. 

Parliamentary exchanges.—The Committee includes $1,900,000 

for the House Democracy Partnership and encourages coordination 

with USAID in implementing parliamentary strengthening programs. 

The Committee notes concerns about USAID decreasing legislative strengthening programs in emerging and transitioning democracies. The Committee directs the USAID Administrator to support 

legislative strengthening programs in those countries where the 

House Democracy Partnership is engaged in an active program. 

Protection of religious minorities.—The Committee includes 

$10,000,000 for programs to protect religious minorities pursuant 

to section 7033(b)(2) of this Act. 

Rule of law and judicial reform.—The Committee believes the 

rule of law is fundamental to promoting democracy and sustainable 

development. The Committee notes that the rule of law is strengthened by promoting independent judiciaries, human rights and 

women’s rights, combating human trafficking and corruption, and 

increasing public accountability and access to justice. The Committee continues to support programs to develop fair and transparent judicial systems that advance the rule of law worldwide. 

Special Representatives.—The Committee includes $15,000,000, 

which is the same as the request, for the Office of the Coordinator 


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for Cyber Issues and the Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women’s 

Issues. 

DEMOCRACY FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level ........................................................ $150,500,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................. 0 

Committee recommendation ............................................................ 150,500,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... 0 

Change from request .................................................................... +150,500,000 

The Committee includes $150,500,000 for Democracy Fund, 

which is the same as the fiscal year 2016 enacted level. 

Funds included under this heading were requested under Development Assistance and Economic Support Fund. Of the funds provided, $82,250,000 shall be for the Human Rights and Democracy 

Fund of DRL at the Department of State, and $68,250,000 shall be 

for the Bureau for Democracy, Conflict and Humanitarian Assistance at USAID. 

ASSISTANCE FOR EUROPE, EURASIA AND CENTRAL ASIA

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ...................................................... $491,119,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................. 0 

Committee recommendation 1 .......................................................... 491,119,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... 0 

Change from request .................................................................... +491,119,000 

1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level and the Committee recommendation include funds under 

this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $491,119,000 for Assistance for Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia. Additional funds 

are provided under title VIII. 

Funds appropriated under this heading in this Act are allocated 

according to the following table and are subject to section 7019. 

ASSISTANCE FOR EUROPE, EURASIA AND CENTRAL ASIA 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Country/Program Budget Authority 

Europe and Eurasia ........................................................................................................................................ 828,364 

Central Asia .................................................................................................................................................... 101,324 

Total, Assistance for Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia ...................................................................... 929,688 

of which, OCO/GWOT .................................................................................................................... [438,569] 

The Committee includes $3,000,000 pursuant to section 7034(d) 

of this Act regarding research and training authorized by the Soviet-Eastern European Research and Training Act of 1983. 

Cyprus.—The Committee notes that no funds are requested for 

Cyprus, but should the Secretary of State decide to provide funds, 

such assistance must be used only for scholarship programs, bicommunal projects, and measures aimed at reunification of the island and designed to reduce tensions and promote peace and cooperation between the two communities on Cyprus. The Committee 

notes that such programs are subject to the requirements of section 

7015 of this Act. 

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the region, including Albania, in conducting free and fair elections, 

improving governance, and implementing judicial reforms. 

Reconciliation programs.—The Committee expects that funds 

may be made available to further the economic, social development, 

and reconciliation goals of Public Law 99–415 at levels consistent 

with amounts provided in prior years. 

Romania.—The Committee notes the receipt of the report required by House Report 114–154 on confiscated church property in 

Romania. Section 7077 of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2016 requires 

the Secretary of State to publicly post reports submitted to the 

Committee. The Committee expects the Secretary to post this report on the State Department Web site, if the appropriate determination is made, in a timely manner. 

Ukraine.—The Committee recommendation includes not less 

than the fiscal year 2017 request for assistance for Ukraine under 

this heading. The bill provides additional funding for assistance for 

Ukraine pursuant to section 7069 of this Act. 

DEPARTMENT OF STATE

MIGRATION AND REFUGEE ASSISTANCE

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ...................................................... $931,886,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ............................................................... 922,597,000 

Committee recommendation 1 .......................................................... 771,096,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... ¥160,790,000 

Change from request .................................................................... ¥151,501,000 1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $771,096,000 for Migration and Refugee Assistance. When combined with additional 

funds for Migration and Refugee Assistance provided under title 

VIII, the amount recommended is the same as the fiscal year 2016 

enacted level. 

Of the funds made available under this heading in this title, the Committee recommendation includes not less than $35,000,000 to 

respond to small-scale emergency humanitarian requirements, 

$7,500,000 for refugees resettling in Israel, and not more than the 

fiscal year 2015 level of $394,254,000 for the United States Refugee 

Admissions Program. 

Children in disaster and conflict.—The Committee recognizes the 

need for enhanced protection of children separated from their families as a result of civil conflict or natural disaster and encourages 

the Secretary of State and the USAID Administrator to support 

identification, tracing for such children, and the development of 

systems for identifying, enumerating, and documenting children 

outside of family care. 

Minority communities.—Conflict and instability in the Middle 

East and Africa intensify the challenges facing minority communities, including Christian populations. The Committee urges the 

Secretary of State to ensure that eligible individuals and families 

from such communities have access to humanitarian assistance and 

resettlement services. 

Refugees in Algeria.—The Committee urges the Secretary of 

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governments to conduct a census in the refugee camps near 

Tindouf, Algeria and to make funds available as may be necessary 

to support such a census. The Committee directs the Secretary of 

State to work with the UNHCR and other partner agencies and 

governments to seek appropriate and durable solutions including to 

ensure that those refugees in the camps near Tindouf, Algeria who 

wish to be voluntarily repatriated to their country of origin. The 

Committee notes it has previously raised concerns about the protracted refugee situation in the camps near Tindouf, Algeria. Not 

later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall 

submit to the Committees on Appropriations a report on the steps 

taken to conduct a census, whether all parties are cooperating, and 

what other actions have been taken to promote durable solutions 

to this protracted refugee situation. 

Resettlement in Israel.—The Committee recommendation includes 

not less than $7,500,000 for refugees from the former Soviet Union, 

Eastern Europe, and other refugees resettling in Israel, which is 

the same as the request and similar to language carried in prior 

years. 

Syrian refugees.—The Committee remains concerned about refugees from Syria and the burden they face as well as the strain on 

host communities. The Committee urges the Department of State 

to continue to do the following: (1) help host countries expand their 

national systems to accommodate refugee needs; (2) increase host 

country capacity to deliver basic services to their own citizens; (3) 

strengthen the ability of local governments to respond to the refugee influx; (4) employ policies and programs to close gaps in distribution of need-based aid to at-risk minority populations; and (5) 

ensure that refugees have freedom of movement and meaningful 

access to economic opportunity. 

Not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, the Secretary 

of State shall submit to the Committee on Appropriations, a report 

detailing country commitments and plans, including non-traditional 

donors, to assist in the Syrian refugee crisis. The report should also 

include the type and duration of the pledge, and whether such 

countries have followed through with their commitments. 

Tibetan refugees.—The Committee supports the continued allocation of funds to assist Tibetan refugees in Nepal and India at a 

level commensurate with prior years. The Committee remains concerned about the challenges facing Tibetan refugees in Nepal and 

again urges the Secretary of State to press the Government of 

Nepal to reaffirm its long tradition of permitting Tibetan refugees 

to safely transit Nepal, and to respect the rights of, and provide 

legal protections to, Tibetans residing in Nepal. 

United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) accountability.—The Committee recommendation includes language in section 7048(d) of this Act prohibiting funds appropriated under this 

heading from being made available to UNRWA until the Secretary 

of State certifies and reports to the Committees on Appropriations 

that UNRWA is: 

(1) utilizing Operations Support Officers in the West Bank, Gaza, 

and other fields of operation to inspect UNRWA installations and 

reporting any inappropriate use; 

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tiality of employees) and the legal requirements under section 

301(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; 

(3) implementing procedures to maintain the neutrality of its facilities, including implementing a no-weapons policy, and conducting regular inspections of its installations, to ensure they are 

only used for humanitarian or other appropriate purposes; 

(4) taking necessary and appropriate measures to ensure it is operating in compliance with the conditions of section 301(c) of the 

Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 and continuing regular reporting to 

the Department of State on actions it has taken to ensure conformance with such conditions; 

(5) taking steps to ensure the content of all educational materials 

currently taught in UNRWA-administered schools and summer 

camps is consistent with the values of human rights, dignity, and 

tolerance and does not induce incitement; 

(6) not engaging in operations with financial institutions or related entities in violation of relevant United States law, and is taking steps to improve the financial transparency of the organization; 

and 

(7) in compliance with the United Nations Board of Auditors’ biennial audit requirements and is implementing in a timely fashion 

the Board’s recommendations. 

The Committee directs that in reviewing whether UNRWA is 

meeting the requirements of paragraph (2), the Secretary of State 

shall ensure that UNRWA’s employment policies prohibit staff from 

being members of militant political parties or a Foreign Terrorist 

Organization designated pursuant to section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, including members of Hamas. 

The Secretary of State is directed to include in the annual report 

required by section 4 of the United Nations Participation Act of 

1945 (Public Law 79–264) a justification of why it is in the national 

interest of the United States to provide funds to UNRWA. Such 

justification shall include an analysis of the current definition of 

Palestinian refugees that is used by UNRWA, how that definition 

corresponds with, or differs from, that used by UNHCR, other UN 

agencies, and the United States Government, and whether such 

definition furthers the prospects for lasting peace in the region. 

The Committee directs that such report be posted on the publicly 

available Web site of the Department of State. 

UNITED STATES EMERGENCY REFUGEE AND MIGRATION ASSISTANCE

FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level ........................................................ $50,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ............................................................... 10,000,000 

Committee recommendation 1 .......................................................... 0 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... ¥50,000,000 

Change from request .................................................................... ¥10,000,000 1 In addition, the fiscal year 2017 request and the Committee recommendation include funds under this 

heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation does not include funds under 

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INDEPENDENT AGENCIES

PEACE CORPS

(INCLUDING TRANSFER OF FUNDS)

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level ........................................................ $410,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................. 410,000,000 

Committee recommendation ............................................................ 410,000,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... 0 

Change from request .................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $410,000,000 for Peace 

Corps. 

The Committee recommendation for Peace Corps will provide 

support for the positive contributions of Americans serving as volunteers throughout the world, including volunteer safety and security operations. The Committee recommendation continues the ban 

on the use of funds for abortion, with certain exceptions, and requires an operating plan pursuant to section 7076 of this Act. 

The Committee recommendation continues the requirement that 

the Peace Corps consult with and notify the Committees on Appropriations prior to any decisions to open, close, significantly reduce, 

or suspend a domestic or overseas office or country program. The 

Committee directs the Director of the Peace Corps to submit a report to the Committees on Appropriations, listing all decisions 

made during the fiscal year to change the status of offices or country programs and the justifications for such decisions, subject to 

the reporting procedures of the Committees on Appropriations. 

MILLENNIUM CHALLENGE CORPORATION

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level ........................................................ $901,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................. 1,000,000,000 

Committee recommendation ............................................................ 901,000,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... 0 

Change from request .................................................................... ¥99,000,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $901,000,000 for Millennium Challenge Corporation. The Committee recommendation 

includes a limitation of $105,000,000 for administrative expenses 

and not more than $100,000 may be for representational expenses. 

Corruption.—The Committee directs the CEO of the MCC to continue to update the Committees on Appropriations on efforts to 

seek better data on governance and other measures of corruption. 

MCC mandate.—The Committee continues to direct the CEO of 

the MCC to include the corresponding economic rate of return estimated for each line item funded in the compact in congressional 

notifications submitted for new compacts. 

Reporting requirements.—The Committee directs the MCC to continue to adhere to the directives contained in House Report 114– 

154 with respect to reporting requirements. 

INTER-AMERICAN FOUNDATION

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level ........................................................ $22,500,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................. 22,200,000 

Committee recommendation ............................................................ 22,500,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... 0 

Change from request .................................................................... +300,000 


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The Committee recommendation includes $22,500,000 for InterAmerican Foundation (IAF). 

The Committee directs the IAF to consult with the Committees 

on Appropriations prior to exercising the authority in section 7024 

of this Act. 

UNITED STATES AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level ........................................................ $30,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................. 28,200,000 

Committee recommendation ............................................................ 30,000,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... 0 

Change from request .................................................................... +1,800,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $30,000,000 for United 

States African Development Foundation (USADF). 

The Committee directs the USADF to consult with the Committees on Appropriations prior to exercising the authority in section 

7024 of this Act for new grants. 

The Committee notes that the USADF must submit an operating 

plan to the Committees on Appropriations as required in section 

7076 of this Act. 

DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level ........................................................ $23,500,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................. 33,500,000 

Committee recommendation ............................................................ 28,500,000 

Change from enacted level ........................................................... +5,000,000 

Change from request .................................................................... ¥5,000,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $28,500,000 for International Affairs Technical Assistance by the Department of the 

Treasury. 

TITLE IV—INTERNATIONAL SECURITY ASSISTANCE 

DEPARTMENT OF STATE

INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ........................................................ $894,821,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ................................................................. 813,773,000 

Committee recommendation 1 ............................................................ 1,003,570,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +108,749,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... +189,797,000 

1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $1,003,570,000 for 

International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement. Additional 

funds are provided under title VIII. 

Funds appropriated under this heading in this Act are allocated 

according to the following table and are subject to section 7019. 

INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Country or Program Committee 

Recommendation 

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INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT—Continued 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Country or Program Committee Recommendation 

Caribbean Basin Security Initiative ............................................................................................................... 25,200 

Central America Regional Security Initiative ................................................................................................. 250,000 

Combat Trafficking in Persons ...................................................................................................................... 45,000 

Combat Wildlife Poaching and Trafficking .................................................................................................... 40,000 

Demand Reduction ......................................................................................................................................... 12,500 

International Law Enforcement Academies .................................................................................................... 27,000 

Mexico ............................................................................................................................................................. 100,000 

Morocco ........................................................................................................................................................... 5,000 

Philippines ...................................................................................................................................................... 9,000 

Western Hemisphere Regional Security Cooperation ..................................................................................... 10,000 

Not later than 45 days after enactment of this Act and prior to 

the initial obligation of funds appropriated under this heading, the 

Committee directs the Secretary of State to submit a report to the 

Committees on Appropriations on the proposed uses of funds on a 

program and country-by-country basis for each program, project, 

and activity. The Committee notes that such report does not meet 

the notification requirements under section 7015 of this Act. 

The Committee recommendation includes funding to combat trafficking in persons as well as wildlife poaching and trafficking and 

provides further direction on these programs in section 7060 of this 

report. 

Programs 

Africa regional aviation platform.—The Committee includes 

$40,000,000 to expand the Bureau of International Narcotics and 

Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) aviation assets into Africa. The 

Committee notes the INL Air Wing has experience operating in 

some of the most challenging, remote, and dangerous countries in 

the world and expects the aviation assets to be used to address 

some of the greatest security challenges for law enforcement in Africa, in particular to combat wildlife poaching and trafficking, and 

assist in counternarcotics operations and border security efforts, as 

appropriate. The Committee recommends demonstration programs 

be undertaken in Tanzania and one other country for this important work. The Committee notes that with respect to anti-poaching 

activities, helicopters have been successful as observation and 

transport mechanisms in East Africa. The Committee directs the 

Secretary of State to develop an implementation plan, not later 

than 90 days after enactment of this Act, which should include the 

location, size, and mandate of such a regional aviation platform 

and a timeline to full implementation. The Committee further directs the Secretary of State to consult with the Committees on Appropriations on the development of such plan. Additionally, the 

Committee directs the Secretary of State to review current air wing 

assets that could be redeployed and repurposed for use in Africa. 

Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI).—The Committee includes $25,200,000 for CBSI, which is the same as the fiscal year 

2016 enacted level. The Committee supports activities provided 

under CBSI to combat organized crime and drug-related violence in 

a region particularly susceptible to the drug trade. Not later than 

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retary of State, in coordination with the USAID Administrator, to 

provide to the Committees on Appropriations a report on the uses 

of all funds provided for CBSI on a country-by-country basis for 

each program, project, and activity for fiscal years 2010 through 

2016. The Committee further directs the report be updated for fiscal year 2017, subject to the reporting requirements of the Committees on Appropriations. 

Central America Regional Security Initiative (CARSI).—The 

Committee provides $250,000,000 for CARSI and further direction 

is included under section 7045 of the Act and this report. 

Colombia.—The Committee recommendation includes not less 

than the fiscal year 2016 enacted level for assistance for Colombia 

under this heading. Further direction is provided under section 

7045 of the Act and this report. 

Intellectual property rights.—The Committee supports international efforts of United States Government agencies to strengthen justice sector institutions and law enforcement in the area of intellectual property rights. 

Mexico.—The Committee includes funding to support Mexico’s 

ability to combat organized crime and drug trafficking and secure 

its borders. Funding is also provided to assist the Mexican government in strengthening criminal justice institutions and building a 

modern border system. The Committee supports close and sustained coordination of law enforcement efforts and intelligence 

sharing between the United States and Mexico to combat the activities of drug trafficking organizations along our shared border. 

The Committee is concerned about the illicit trafficking of narcotics, particularly heroin and fentanyl, through Mexico to the 

United States and directs the Department of State to prioritize programs to work with Mexico to reduce the flow of illicit narcotics. 

The Committee notes the increased efforts of the Government of 

Mexico to address the migration of unaccompanied, undocumented 

minors from Central America traveling to the United States. The 

Committee recommendation includes funding to continue to support efforts to secure Mexico’s borders and encourages a continued 

focus on Mexico’s southern border with Guatemala and Belize. 

The Committee directs the Department of State, in consultation 

with other relevant agencies, to provide a report to the Committees 

on Appropriations describing the implementation of assistance for 

Mexico since fiscal year 2008. Such report should detail information on activities and funding in support of border security, including Mexico’s southern border. Such report shall be subject to the 

reporting requirements of the Committees on Appropriations. 

The Committee notes the ongoing collaboration between the 

United States and the Government of Mexico to strengthen Mexico’s judicial system. The Committee directs the Secretary of State 

to submit a report to the Committees on Appropriations, not later 

than 60 days after enactment of this Act, on the progress achieved 

by the Government of Mexico to do the following: (1) investigate 

and prosecute violations of human rights in civilian courts; (2) enforce prohibitions against torture and the use of testimony obtained 

through torture; (3) promptly transfer detainees to the custody of 

civilian judicial authorities, in accordance with Mexican law, and 

cooperate with such authorities in such cases; and (4) search for 


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the victims of forced disappearances and investigate and prosecute 

those responsible for such crimes. 

Ukraine.—The Committee recommendation includes not less 

than the request for assistance for Ukraine under this heading. 

The Committee recommendation provides additional funding for assistance for Ukraine pursuant to section 7069 of this Act. The Committee supports programs in Ukraine that strengthen the rule of 

law, fight corruption, and improve law enforcement, including the 

development of the Patrol Police. 

Western Hemisphere regional security cooperation.—The Committee provides $10,000,000 to continue training and technical assistance among partner countries in the Western Hemisphere. The 

Committee notes that between 2010 and 2015, the Government of 

Colombia trained approximately 16,000 military and law enforcement officials from Central American countries. The Committee 

notes the expertise of Colombia in this area and expects training 

and technical assistance to continue. 

NONPROLIFERATION, ANTI-TERRORISM, DEMINING AND RELATED

PROGRAMS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ........................................................ $506,381,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ................................................................. 454,196,000 

Committee recommendation 1 ............................................................ 506,381,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... +52,185,000 

1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $506,381,000 for Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining and Related Programs. Additional funds are provided under title VIII. 

Funds appropriated under this heading in this Act are allocated 

according to the following table and are subject to section 7019. 

NONPROLIFERATION, ANTI-TERRORISM, DEMINING AND RELATED PROGRAMS 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Program Committee 

Recommendation 

Nonproliferation Programs .............................................................................................................................. $297,972 

Nonproliferation and Disarmament Fund .............................................................................................. [30,000] 

Export Control and Related Border Security Assistance ....................................................................... [65,000] 

Global Threat Reduction ........................................................................................................................ [76,022] 

Antiterrorism Programs .................................................................................................................................. 419,500 

Antiterrorism Assistance Program ......................................................................................................... [191,500] 

Counterterrorism Financing ................................................................................................................... [15,000] 

Terrorist Interdiction Program ............................................................................................................... [33,000] 

Counterterrorism Partnerships Fund ..................................................................................................... [175,000] 

Conventional Weapons Destruction ................................................................................................................ 168,000 

Total, Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining and Related Programs ........................................... 885,472 

Of which, OCO/GWOT .................................................................................................................... [379,091] 

Nonproliferation programs.—The Committee includes 

$297,972,000 for Nonproliferation Programs. The Committee emphasizes that nonproliferation programs of the Department of State 

and other Federal agencies are critical to protect the United States, 

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Antiterrorism programs.—The Committee includes $419,500,000 

in this Act for Antiterrorism Programs, including $191,500,000 for 

the Antiterrorism Assistance (ATA) Program, which provides 

counterterrorism law enforcement training to critical partner countries. The Committee recommendation provides $25,000,000 above 

the request for ATA with a focus on increasing international airport and aviation security, including passenger and baggage 

screening, and crisis response. The Committee also directs the Department of State to review any unallocated ATA funding from the 

prior year and direct funding toward such activities. In programming such funds, the Department of State should consider national 

security risks to the United States and the extent to which countries are meeting international standards for airport and aviation 

security. Not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, the 

Secretary of State is directed to submit a spend plan to bolster airport and aviation security in key countries. 

The Committee recommendation supports efforts to assist countries at risk from terrorist activity enhance their border security 

capabilities through the Terrorist Interdiction Program. The Committee recommendation also supports efforts of the Department of 

State and other Federal agencies to assist foreign countries to detect, disrupt, and dismantle terrorist financial networks. The Committee recommendation includes $175,000,000 in this 

Act for the Counterterrorism Partnerships Fund (CTPF) to prevent 

and counter terrorist safe havens and address the flow of foreign 

fighters to countries in which violent extremists or violent extremist organizations operate. Funds should be used to disrupt foreign 

fighter travel, increase border security, strengthen criminal laws, 

and incarcerate terrorists and their facilitators and financiers. 

Funds should also be made available to assist partners in the fight 

against ISIL. Of the total amount provided for CTPF, not less than 

$95,000,000 shall be made available to support the security forces 

of the Kurdistan Regional Government. 

Conventional Weapons Destruction.—The Committee includes 

$168,000,000 for Conventional Weapons Destruction Programs. 

Country levels.—The Committee provides not less than the request for Argentina, Egypt, Jordan, Laos, Mexico, Morocco, Tunisia, and Ukraine. The Committee recommendation includes not less 

than the fiscal year 2016 level for assistance for Colombia under 

this heading, and further direction is provided under section 7045 

of the Act and this report. 

PEACEKEEPING OPERATIONS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ........................................................ $131,361,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ................................................................. 126,291,000 

Committee recommendation 1 ............................................................ 162,254,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +30,893,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... +35,963,000 

1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $162,254,000 for Peacekeeping Operations. Additional funds are provided under title VIII. 

Child soldiers.—The Committee includes language in section 

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Near East.—The Committee recommendation includes 

$44,500,000 for the Multinational Force and Observers Mission in 

the Sinai. The Committee directs that funds made available above 

the level of the United States contribution are intended to support 

ongoing and new force protection requirements. 

Somalia.—Consistent with prior years, the Committee recommendation includes funds under this heading in title VIII for 

the UN Support Office for the African Union Mission in Somalia, 

instead of under Contributions for International Peacekeeping Activities. The Committee recommendation allows bills to be paid for 

such mission up to the statutory rate. 

FUNDS APPROPRIATED TO THE PRESIDENT

INTERNATIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $108,115,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 110,300,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 110,300,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +2,185,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $110,300,000 for International Military Education and Training. 

The Committee notes that International Military Education and 

Training (IMET) and Expanded International Military Education 

and Training (E–IMET) programs are a valuable part of United 

States security assistance. In addition to providing professional 

training and education, IMET exposes foreign students to American democratic values, particularly respect for civilian control of 

the military and the government, and internationally recognized 

standards of individual and human rights. IMET and E–IMET 

serve as tools to strengthen military alliances and international 

coalitions that are critical to United States national security. 

Country levels.—The Committee provides not less than the request for Argentina, Colombia, Egypt, Jordan, Mexico, Morocco, Tunisia, and Ukraine. The Committee recommendation does not provide funding for Nicaragua. 

Report.—Section 7034(b) includes language carried in the prior 

year requiring a report on security assistance within 120 days after 

enactment of this Act. With respect to assistance provided under 

this heading, the report should include a description of the type of 

course content provided for each country as well as an update on 

the implementation of reforms made in the current fiscal year to 

enhance IMET and E–IMET effectiveness and recommendations for 

the following fiscal year. 

FOREIGN MILITARY FINANCING PROGRAM

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level 1 ........................................................ $4,737,522,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request 1 ................................................................. 4,701,813,000 

Committee recommendation 1 ............................................................ 4,795,612,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +58,090,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... +93,799,000 

1 In addition, the fiscal year 2016 enacted level, the fiscal year 2017 request, and the Committee recommendation include funds under this heading in title VIII designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of 

the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The Committee recommendation includes $4,795,612,000 for Foreign Military Financing Program. Additional funds are provided 

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The Committee recognizes that Foreign Military Financing 

(FMF) programs are a key component of building partner nation 

capacity to address common threats and helping allies and partners defend themselves. FMF provides grants for the acquisition of 

United States defense equipment, services, and training. The Committee notes that such assistance enables nations to improve defensive capabilities, fosters bilateral military relationships with the 

United States, and builds interoperability in joint missions. 

The Committee recommendation continues prior year language 

allowing the Secretary of State to expedite the procurement of defense articles or services for foreign security forces, following consultation with, and notification of, the Committees on Appropriations. The Committee notes the limited use of this authority and 

encourages its use more broadly, including for the following: (1) 

countries in the Middle East and North Africa to confront terrorist 

threats; (2) Central American countries to address border security; 

(3) African countries to address the wildlife trafficking and poaching crisis; (4) countries in the Asia-Pacific region facing threats to 

their territory; and (5) countries in Europe and Eurasia facing Russian aggression. 

Funds appropriated under this heading in this Act are allocated 

according to the following table and are subject to section 7019. 

FOREIGN MILITARY FINANCING PROGRAM 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Country Committee 

recommendation 

Caribbean Basin Security Initiative ............................................................................................................... 7,500 

Egypt ............................................................................................................................................................... 1,300,000 

Europe and Eurasia Regional ........................................................................................................................ 50,000 

Georgia ........................................................................................................................................................... 30,000 

Israel ............................................................................................................................................................... 3,100,000 

Iraq ................................................................................................................................................................. 250,000 

Jordan ............................................................................................................................................................. 450,000 

Mexico ............................................................................................................................................................. 7,000 

Moldova .......................................................................................................................................................... 12,750 

Morocco ........................................................................................................................................................... 10,000 

Peru ................................................................................................................................................................ 1,800 

Philippines ...................................................................................................................................................... 50,000 

Tunisia ............................................................................................................................................................ 65,000 

Argentina.—The Committee notes renewed security cooperation 

and engagement between Argentina and the United States. The 

Committee supports the use of funds in this Act and prior Acts 

making appropriations for the Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs for mutually agreed upon goals in the 

areas of counternarcotics, law enforcement, and peacekeeping. 

Asia and the Pacific.—The Committee remains concerned about 

the military modernization of the PRC and the increasing frequency of aggressive claims in territorial disputes, including on the 

seas and in cyberspace. The Committee encourages the Administration to continue to engage with allies in the region on the political, 

economic, and military implications of the strategic rise of the PRC, 

including through military assistance and sales programs. FMF resources should emphasize building the maritime security capabilities of United States partners in Southeast Asia and the Pacific. 

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fense to provide excess defense articles applicable to maritime security missions to countries in the region, as appropriate. 

Burma.—Funds were not requested and none are provided for assistance for Burma. 

Central America.—The Committee recommendation provides $37,540,000 for countries in Central America and further direction 

is included under section 7045 of the Act and this report. 

Child soldiers.—The Committee includes language in section 

7034 of this Act requiring that funds should not be used to support 

military training or operations that include child soldiers. 

Colombia.—The Committee recommendation includes not less 

than the fiscal year 2016 enacted level for assistance for Colombia 

under this heading. Further direction is provided under section 

7045 of the Act and this report. 

Global coalition against ISIL.—The Committee recognizes the efforts of the more than 60 coalition partners contributing to the 

fight against ISIL. However, significant delays in the processing of 

FMF and FMS cases to partner nations continue to hamper coalition efforts. The Committee directs the Secretary of State to use 

the authorities provided in this Act to expedite the processing of 

these cases and related licenses to partners who receive such assistance and, in conjunction with the submission of the first quarterly report required by section 7034(b)(7), provide an update to the 

Committees on Appropriations on the actions taken to expedite 

such cases. 

Israel.—The Committee recommendation includes $3,100,000,000 

in grants for military assistance to Israel, which is the same as the 

budget request. The Committee notes that of the funds provided for 

assistance for Israel, not less than $815,300,000 is available for offshore procurement of military equipment. The Committee recommendation continues prior year language that funds shall be 

made available within 30 days of enactment of this Act. 

The Committee notes that the funding provided supports the cur- rent $30,000,000,000 ten-year United States-Israel MOU. The 

Committee further notes the continued importance of Israel as a 

major strategic partner and ally of the United States in an increasingly unstable and critical region of the world. The Committee recognizes that the United States-Israel partnership is integral to 

United States national security interests in the region and supports the continuation of the MOU framework to strengthen the 

strategic partnership to the benefit of both the United States and 

Israel. The Committee emphasizes that the MOU reflects the commitment of the United States to the security of Israel and to ensuring that Israel’s qualitative military edge and defense capabilities 

are maintained. The Committee understands that negotiations on 

a third MOU are ongoing and strongly urges the Administration to 

successfully conclude these negotiations before the current MOU 

expires. 

Lebanon.—The Committee recommendation includes language in 

section 7041(e) of this Act requiring that certain conditions be met 

prior to the obligation of funds for assistance for Lebanon. The 

Committee intends that assistance provided to the Lebanese Armed 

Forces (LAF) will not be used against Israel, and such assistance 

will not affect Israel’s qualitative military edge in the region. The 

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nese Internal Security Forces or the LAF if either organization is 

controlled by a foreign terrorist organization and the Committee directs the Secretary of State to consult with the Committee regarding the rigorous implementation of this provision. 

Not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, the Committee further directs the Secretary of State to submit a report to 

the Committees on Appropriations, in classified form if necessary, 

on the performance of the LAF, including an assessment of the 

operational capabilities of such forces and how the training, curriculum, and equipment provided by the United States contributes 

to those capabilities. The Committee directs the Secretary of State 

to regularly consult with the Committees on Appropriations on the 

activities of the LAF and assistance provided by the United States. 

Modernization initiative, withholding, and reporting requirement.—The Committee remains concerned that interagency processes have kept agreed-upon security assistance and sales from 

being delivered promptly and efficiently, often leaving United 

States allies and partners without the equipment necessary to 

achieve mutually-defined security objectives. The resulting delays 

can lead to losses on the battlefield, a loss of confidence among our 

partners, and a loss of jobs in the United States. 

To address these issues, section 7034(b) requires that not less than $5,000,000 under this heading, for the general costs of administering military assistance and sales, be made available to modernize sales programs authorized by Chapter 2 of the Arms Export 

Control Act. Such funds should be used to conduct a top-to-bottom 

review of agency and interagency processes to identify structural 

and specific issues that cause unnecessary delays and recommend 

solutions. The review should be awarded on a competitive basis 

and be conducted by an independent, outside entity. In addition, 

the review should be conducted subject to the consultation requirements of the Committees on Appropriations, and the Committee expects ongoing consultations will occur, as necessary. The Committee directs the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, to post the solicitation for the review not later 

than 120 days after enactment of this Act. To ensure the solicitation is posted in a timely manner, the bill withholds funding until 

the Secretary of State reports to the Committees on Appropriations 

that it has been posted. The review should be completed not later 

than September 30, 2017, and a copy provided to the Committees 

on Appropriations. Funds may also be made available to implement 

interim solutions to issues identified prior to the completion of such 

review, in consultation with the Committees on Appropriations. 

Section 7034(b) also requires the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, to submit to the Committees on 

Appropriations a quarterly report on the status of pending sales 

made pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Arms Export Control Act. Such 

report shall include for each pending sale: (1) the country to which 

the sale is proposed to be made; (2) the amount of the proposed 

sale; (3) a description of the defense article or service; and (4) the 

anticipated timeline for completing the sale. For cases where the 

letter of request for the sale of defense articles or services have 

been pending for more than 150 days, the report shall include a description of the remaining steps that need to be completed before 

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sonnel from the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs currently assigned to such cases. Such report shall be subject to the consultation requirements of the Committee on Appropriations. 

Ukraine.—The Committee recommendation includes not less 

than the fiscal year 2016 enacted level for assistance for Ukraine 

to help the country defend its sovereign territory against Russian 

aggression. The Committee recommendation provides additional 

funding for assistance for Ukraine pursuant to section 7069 of this 

Act. The Committee notes that Ukraine, as a formal North Atlantic 

Treaty Organization (NATO) partner, is eligible for the full range 

of activities listed in the NATO Partnership Cooperation Menu, 

which comprises more than 1,600 activities such as multilateral 

training exercises and equipment modernization. The Committee 

directs the Secretary of State to ensure that Ukraine has the appropriate training, lethal defensive weapons, and other equipment 

to continue to work closely with NATO. 

TITLE V—MULTILATERAL ASSISTANCE 

FUNDS APPROPRIATED TO THE PRESIDENT

INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND PROGRAMS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $339,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 332,900,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 0 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥339,000,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥332,900,000 

The Committee recommendation does not include an appropriation for International Organizations and Programs. The Committee 

notes that funds under Global Health Programs may be made 

available as a contribution to UNICEF. 

INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

International Monetary Fund (IMF) internal budget.—The Committee expects the Secretary of the Treasury to submit to the Committees on Appropriations the information required in House Report 114–154 regarding IMF surcharges on loans and the internal 

budget for the IMF and directs the Secretary to provide updated 

information on such matters for calendar year 2016. 

Concerns about the World Bank Group 

Budget support.—The Committee continues to be concerned 

about the use of budget support, through Development Policy 

Loans and Program for Results. Not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, the Committee directs the Secretary of the Treasury to report to the Committees on Appropriations on the ten countries receiving the highest levels of lending for each instrument 

during calendar year 2016. 

Road projects.—The Committee directs the Secretary of the 

Treasury to report to the Committees on Appropriations on steps 

being taken by the World Bank to ensure the roads it finances are 

built to adhere to appropriate safety standards. Such report shall 

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Safeguards review.—The Secretary of the Treasury shall instruct 

the United States Executive Director of the International Bank for 

Reconstruction and Development and the International Development Association to vote against any loan, grant, policy, or strategy 

if such institution has adopted and is implementing any social or 

environmental safeguard relevant to such loan, grant, policy, or 

strategy that provides less protection than World Bank safeguards 

in effect on September 30, 2015. 

GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT FACILITY

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $168,263,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 146,563,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 146,563,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥21,700,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $146,563,000 for Global Environment Facility. 

CONTRIBUTION TO THE INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $1,197,128,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 1,384,072,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 1,197,128,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥186,944,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $1,197,128,000 for Contribution to the International Development Association. 

CONTRIBUTION TO THE INTERNATIONAL BANK FOR RECONSTRUCTION

AND DEVELOPMENT

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $186,957,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 5,963,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 5,963,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥180,994,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $5,963,000 for Contribution to the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development. 

CONTRIBUTION TO THE CLEAN TECHNOLOGY FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $170,680,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 0 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 0 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥170,680,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation does not include an appropriation for Contribution to the Clean Technology Fund. 

CONTRIBUTION TO THE STRATEGIC CLIMATE FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $49,900,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 0 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 0 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥49,900,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

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CONTRIBUTION TO THE GREEN CLIMATE FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $0 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 250,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 0 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥250,000,000 

The Committee recommendation does not include an appropriation for Contribution to the Green Climate Fund. Section 7034 prohibits funds in this Act and prior Acts making appropriations for 

the Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs 

for a contribution, grant, or any other payment to the Green Climate Fund. 

CONTRIBUTION TO THE INTER-AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $102,020,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 21,940,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 21,940,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥80,080,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $21,940,000 for Contribution to the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). 

CONTRIBUTION TO THE ASIAN DEVELOPMENT FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $104,977,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 99,233,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 99,233,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥5,744,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $99,233,000 for Contribution to the Asian Development Fund. 

CONTRIBUTION TO THE ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $5,608,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 0 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 0 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥5,608,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation does not include an appropriation for Contribution to the Asian Development Bank. 

CONTRIBUTION TO THE AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $34,118,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 32,418,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 32,418,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥1,700,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $32,418,000 for Contribution to the African Development Bank (AfDB). 

The Committee recommends a limitation on the amount that the 

United States Governor of the AfDB may subscribe to the callable 

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CONTRIBUTION TO THE AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $175,668,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 214,332,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 175,668,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥38,664,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $175,668,000 for Contribution to the African Development Fund. 

CONTRIBUTION TO THE INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR AGRICULTURAL

DEVELOPMENT

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level ......................................................... $31,930,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 30,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 30,000,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥1,930,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $30,000,000 for Contribution to the International Fund for Agricultural Development. 

GLOBAL AGRICULTURE AND FOOD SECURITY PROGRAM

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $43,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 23,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 23,000,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥20,000,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $23,000,000 for Global 

Agriculture and Food Security Program. 

CONTRIBUTION TO THE NORTH AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $10,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 45,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 10,000,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥35,000,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $10,000,000 for Contribution to the North American Development Bank (NADBank). 

The Committee recommends a limitation on the amount that the 

United States Governor of the NADBank may subscribe to the callable portion of the United States share of the General Capital Increase. 

CONTRIBUTION TO THE GLOBAL INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITY

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $0 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 20,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 0 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥20,000,000 

The Committee recommendation does not include an appropriation for Contribution to Global Infrastructure Facility. 

CONTRIBUTION FOR CENTRAL AMERICA AND CARIBBEAN CATASTROPHE

RISK INSURANCE PROGRAM

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $0 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 12,500,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 0 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥12,500,000 


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The Committee recommendation does not include an appropriation for Contribution for Central America and Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Program. 

TITLE VI—EXPORT AND INVESTMENT ASSISTANCE 

EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE UNITED STATES

INSPECTOR GENERAL

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $6,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 5,700,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 6,000,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... +300,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $6,000,000 for Inspector General. 

The Committee directs the Inspector General to submit to the 

Committees on Appropriations its annual audit plan within the 

first quarter of fiscal year 2017. 

ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $106,250,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 110,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 106,250,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥3,750,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $106,250,000 for Administrative Expenses and does not include funds for a subsidy appropriation. 

OVERSEAS PRIVATE INVESTMENT CORPORATION

NONCREDIT ACCOUNT

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $62,787,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 88,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 62,787,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥25,213,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $62,787,000 for Noncredit Account for administrative expenses. 

PROGRAM ACCOUNT

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $20,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 20,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 20,000,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes $20,000,000 for Program Account for the direct and guaranteed loan credit programs 

of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC). 

The Committee recommendation does not extend the authorization of OPIC. 

The Committee directs the President of OPIC to include in the 

CBJ for fiscal year 2017 a confidential annex that describes new 

loans, guarantees, and insurance approved in fiscal year 2017 by 

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vious report. The Committee also directs OPIC to provide additional detail, including a description of the positive and negative 

subsidy assigned to the largest projects and the level of guarantee 

provided. 

The Committee directs OPIC to continue to adhere to the directives contained in House Report 112–494 with respect to investment funds, local currency guarantees, and non-governmental and 

private and voluntary organizations. 

TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $60,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 80,700,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 65,000,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +5,000,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥15,700,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $65,000,000 for Trade 

and Development Agency. 

Procurement assistance.—The Committee recommendation includes funds to support global procurement assistance from 

USTDA to educate and train foreign governments and public officials about how to establish procurement practices and policies for 

programs funded in this Act by USAID, MCC, and Department of 

State assistance programs. The Committee expects that such assistance will focus on training on risk mitigation measures, as well 

as on integrating life-cycle cost analysis and best-value determination in a fair, transparent manner. 

TITLE VII—GENERAL PROVISIONS 

Sec. 7001 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

allowances and differentials. 

Sec. 7002 includes language modified from the prior year requiring agencies to provide quarterly reports on the cumulative balances of any unobligated funds. 

Sec. 7003 includes language carried in the prior year requiring 

that consulting service contracts shall be a matter of public record. 

Sec. 7004 includes language modified from the prior year requiring inter-agency cost sharing with respect to the construction and 

use of diplomatic facilities, setting limitations and expanding notification and oversight requirements, and placing conditions and restrictions on certain funds. 

Sec. 7005 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

certain personnel actions and the authority to transfer funds between appropriations accounts. 

Sec. 7006 includes language carried in the prior year extending 

for one year certain contract authority for award of local guard contracts. 

Sec. 7007 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

assistance for the governments of Cuba, North Korea, Iran, and 

Syria. 

Sec. 7008 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

assistance for countries whose duly elected head of government is 

deposed by military coup or decree, or a coup or decree in which 

the military plays a decisive role; requiring a determination; and 

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Sec. 7009 includes language carried in the prior year setting limitations and conditions on transfers between appropriations accounts, requiring audits of certain transfers, and reporting requirements on transfers for the Department of State and USAID. The 

Committee notes that the Department of State has not complied 

with the reporting requirement for fiscal year 2016 and expects 

such report to be submitted promptly. 

Sec. 7010 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

first-class travel. 

Sec. 7011 includes language modified from the prior year regarding the availability of funds made available in the Act and new language placing a limitation on the authority unless certain conditions are met related to financial management. 

Sec. 7012 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

assistance for countries in default and allowing exceptions in certain circumstances. 

Sec. 7013 includes language carried in the prior year withholding 

assistance to a country where such assistance is subject to taxation, unless the Secretary of State makes certain determinations, 

and including a reporting requirement. 

The Committee notes that the taxation of foreign assistance by 

recipient countries remains a problem and directs the Secretary of 

State to prioritize finding a resolution to the issue by developing 

a comprehensive plan that addresses failures in preventing taxation of United States assistance. 

Sec. 7014 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

the reservation of funds and the designation of certain funding levels. 

Sec. 7015 includes language modified from the prior year establishing the notification requirements for funds made available in 

the Act. 

The Committee notes that all notification requirements apply to 

funds appropriated in title VIII and designated pursuant to section 

251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

The provision includes new language requiring notification for 

certain trust funds. The Committee directs that such notifications 

include the following information: (1) the office or bureau at 

USAID, the Department of State, or the Department of the Treasury that will oversee programs and expenditures of the trust fund; 

(2) the Web site link to publicly available expenditures of the trust 

fund; (3) assurances that the provisions of this Act or in statute 

pertaining to funds provided by title III will be adhered to and enforced; (4) a copy of the administrative agreement between the IFI 

and the United States, or if not available, a draft of the pending 

agreement; and (5) whether direct government assistance will be 

provided by the trust fund and specific risk mitigation and anti-corruption steps being taken by the trust fund. 

Sec. 7016 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

the notification requirements concerning the provision of excess Department of Defense articles. 

Sec. 7017 includes language similar to the prior year regarding 

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Sec. 7018 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

funding for abortions and involuntary sterilization. 

Sec. 7019 includes language similar to the prior year regarding 

funding directives specified in tables in the report accompanying 

the Act. 

Sec. 7020 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

the use of assistance for certain representation expenses. 

Sec. 7021 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

assistance for governments that support international terrorism. 

Sec. 7022 includes language similar to the prior year regarding 

authorization requirements. 

Sec. 7023 includes language carried in the prior year defining the 

terms ‘‘program, project, and activity’’. 

Sec. 7024 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

certain authorities for the Peace Corps, Inter-American Foundation, and the United States African Development Foundation. 

Sec. 7025 includes language carried in the prior year relating to 

commerce, trade, and surplus commodities. 

Sec. 7026 includes language similar to the prior year regarding 

the requirement that separate accounts be established for cash 

transfers and assistance that generates local currencies and establishing certain conditions on the use of those funds. 

Sec. 7027 includes language similar to the prior year regarding 

assistance through nongovernmental organizations and assistance 

provided under the Food for Peace Act. 

Sec. 7028 includes language modified from the prior year conditioning funds provided to local organizations through limited competitions. 

Sec. 7029 includes language modified from the prior year establishing certain conditions on funds appropriated to IFIs. 

Sec. 7030 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

debt-for-development programs. 

Sec. 7031 includes language modified from the prior year regarding management of direct assistance to governments, budget transparency of recipient countries, corruption and human rights violations, and the foreign assistance Web site. 

In subsection (c), the Committee notes that the Department of 

State has interpreted the term ‘‘significant corruption’’ in this subsection to be corrupt activities that would result in a denial under 

the 2004 Presidential Proclamation 7750. 

Sec. 7032 contains language modified from the prior year regarding democracy programs funded in this Act. 

Not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, the Committee directs the USAID Administrator to submit a report to the 

Committees on Appropriations on how USAID Missions are implementing the ‘‘Amplifying Guidance’’ in relation to the choice of acquisition and assistance instruments in democracy programs. The 

USAID Administrator shall consult with the Committee prior to 

the submission of such report. The Committee encourages the 

USAID Administrator to make decisions on the choice of instrument publicly available for each democracy program. 

The Committee expects country strategies to include performance 

measures for democracy programs which examine outcome, output, 

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The Committee supports continued investments in programs that 

enhance the success of elections, including through comprehensive 

programs that use flexible and cost-effective methods to help prepare for and manage elections, train political parties, educate voters, and enhance transparency and accountability. 

Sec. 7033 includes language modified from the prior year regarding international religious freedom. 

The Committee commends the Secretary of State for the March 

17, 2016, assertion that ‘‘Daesh [ISIL] is responsible for genocide 

against groups in areas under its control, including Yezidis, Christians, and Shia Muslims.’’ In light of this determination, and the 

ongoing concerns that these individuals are often unable to reach 

refugee camps, or are targeted for violence inside these camps, the 

Committee recommendation expands the directive in section 

7033(b)(3) regarding humanitarian programs to ensure services 

reach these vulnerable populations. In addition, the Committee 

urges the Secretary to work with UNHCR and other international 

partners to improve access to secure locations for these vulnerable 

populations to obtain humanitarian and resettlement services. 

Sec. 7034 includes language modified from the prior year granting certain special authorities and limitations relating to funds 

made available in the Act. 

Subsection (b)(3)(B) is modified by including additional funds and countries. The Committee directs that not less than $8,000,000 be 

made available to combat human trafficking in Central America 

and Mexico through the use of DNA forensic technology, which is 

in addition to funds made available pursuant to section 7060(f) of 

this Act. The Committee notes that DNA forensic science and DNA 

databases have a unique capability to confirm identities and have 

proven to be an effective tool in deterring and preventing human 

trafficking. The Committee expects the Department of State to 

work in partnership to further develop the capacity of the governments of Central America and Mexico to utilize DNA forensic 

science and databases to combat trafficking in persons. These efforts should include collaboration with local law enforcement, civil 

society, and academic institutions and also leverage investments 

from the private sector. The Committee expects these funds to be 

provided through an open and competitive process. Such funds 

shall be subject to the consultation requirements of the Committees 

on Appropriations. 

The report required in subsection (e) following the completion of 

the Partner Vetting System pilot program shall include the same 

criteria described in the explanatory statement accompanying the 

Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs 

Appropriations Act, 2016. The Committees on Appropriations shall 

be consulted on new vetting programs or changes to existing vetting programs. 

The Committee notes that the extension of legal protection regarding the conviction issued by the Cairo Criminal Court on June 

4, 2013, was made permanent in the Department of State, Foreign 

Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2016. 

Sec. 7035 continues language carried in the prior year related to 

the Arab League Boycott of Israel. The Committee is concerned 

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mittee directs, as part of the annual report to Congress on the Arab 

League Boycott of Israel, that the President add information about 

the BDS campaign, covering companies, international organizations, countries, and other organizations, including state investment vehicles, that are involved in promoting the movement, as 

well as specific steps the Department of State has taken and expects to take to discourage or end politically-motivated efforts to 

boycott, divest from, or sanction Israel or Israeli entities. 

Sec. 7036 includes language carried in the prior year establishing 

limitations on the use of funds in support of a Palestinian state. 

Sec. 7037 includes language carried in the prior year establishing 

restrictions on the use of funds for the purpose of conducting official United States Government business with the Palestinian Authority. 

Sec. 7038 includes language carried in the prior year restricting 

assistance to the Palestinian Broadcasting Corporation. 

Sec. 7039 includes language similar to the prior year placing conditions on assistance for the West Bank and Gaza. 

Sec. 7040 includes language modified from the prior year placing 

limitations on any assistance for the Palestinian Authority and regarding Hamas. 

Sec. 7041 includes language modified from the prior year regarding countries in the Middle East and North Africa. 

Subsection (a), Egypt, is modified from the prior year. 

Funds appropriated for Egypt in this Act are allocated according 

to the following table and are subject to section 7019. 

EGYPT 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Account Budget 

Authority 

Economic Support Fund ................................................................................................................................. 150,000 

International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement .................................................................................. 2,000 

Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining and Related Programs ............................................................... 3,000 

International Military Education and Training ............................................................................................... 1,800 

Foreign Military Financing Program ............................................................................................................... 1,300,000 

Total ....................................................................................................................................................... 1,456,800 

The Committee directs that not less than $35,000,000 of the 

funds made available for assistance for Egypt under Economic Support Fund should be made available for higher education programs, 

including not less than $10,000,000 for scholarships at not-for-profit institutions for Egyptian students with high financial need. The 

Committee notes that the United States and Egypt have shared a 

strategic relationship based on mutual interest in peace and stability for decades, beginning with the Camp David Accords. One of 

the pillars of this strategic partnership has been United States security assistance to Egypt. The Committee notes with concern that 

the decision to move away from cash-flow financing may impede 

the military-to-military relationship between Egypt and the United 

States and includes a requirement in paragraph (3) that the Secretary of State submit a report to the Committees on Appropriations on the impact of restructuring military assistance for Egypt. 

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military, the collaborative relationship between the United States 

Armed Forces and the Egyptian military, and each limitation on 

procurement of equipment that has resulted from such restructuring. 

Subsection (b), Iran, includes language similar to the prior year 

regarding policy and bilateral and international sanctions with respect to the involvement of the Government of Iran in nuclear and 

ballistic missile development, support of terrorism, and compliance 

with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. 

For the purposes of the report required by subsection (b)(3)(B), 

the term ‘‘international community’’ shall mean the UN, China, 

France, Germany, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, 

and the European Union. 

Not later than 30 days after enactment of this Act, the Secretary 

of State, in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury, shall 

submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report concerning the transfer to Iran of $1,700,000,000 that was announced 

on January 17, 2016. The report shall be submitted in unclassified 

form, but may include a classified annex. The Secretary shall consult with the Committees on Appropriations on the content of such 

report prior to submission. 

Subsection (c), Iraq, is similar to language carried in the prior 

year regarding the use and distribution of assistance for Iraq, and 

prohibiting the use of funds to construct diplomatic facilities in 

Iraq in the absence of a land use agreement or enter into a permanent basing rights agreement with the Government of Iraq (GOI). 

The Committee continues to support programs to aid ethnic and 

religious minorities in the Nineveh plains and elsewhere in Iraq 

and Syria. Support for these communities should, to the maximum 

extent practicable, be directed to indigenous aid and security organizations on the ground who have a proven track record of supporting local communities. The Committee acknowledges the ongoing need for the GOI to continue integrating these communities 

into the civil and security infrastructure, while working toward reconciliation of transgressions that have led to marginalization of 

Iraq’s most vulnerable communities. 

The Committee includes $332,500,000 under Economic Support 

Fund for Iraq, which is the same as the request, of which 

$260,000,000 is provided for a loan guarantee, subject to certain requirements. An additional $55,000,000 is provided above the request to assist the Kurdistan Regional Government in addressing 

the economic strains of the humanitarian crisis caused by the violence from ISIL. 

The Committee notes that the Constitution of Iraq states that regions and governorates shall be allocated an equitable share of national revenues. The Committee directs the Secretary of State to 

work with the GOI to ensure that the Kurdistan Regional Government receives sufficient funding and security assistance to address 

the ongoing security challenges posed by ISIL and other terrorist 

groups. Additionally, the Committee recommendation includes language directing that not less than 17 percent of the proceeds of any 

loan guarantee, or direct loan, entered into between the United 

States and the Government of Iraq be made available to the 

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The USAID Administrator and the Secretary of State are directed to support programs in Iraq that address sectarianism, assist vulnerable populations, and strengthen governance, including 

promoting civil society. Programs should advance peace and reconciliation goals, at national and local levels, and build a strong 

foundation for the long-term stability of Iraq. 

The Committee notes the steps taken by the Department of State 

and United States Army Corps of Engineers to support the Government of Iraq in addressing structural vulnerabilities of the Mosul 

Dam. The Committee expects the Secretary of State to continue 

this support and to keep the Committees on Appropriations informed of the progress in restoration of the dam and any future 

funding requirements. 

Subsection (d), Jordan, includes language carried in the prior 

year relating to funding levels. 

The Committee recommendation includes not less than 

$1,275,000,000 for assistance for Jordan. Funds appropriated for 

Jordan in this Act are allocated according to the following table 

and are subject to section 7019. 

JORDAN 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Account Budget 

Authority 

Economic Support Fund ................................................................................................................................. 812,350 

Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining and Related Programs ............................................................... 8,850 

International Military Education and Training ............................................................................................... 3,800 

Foreign Military Financing Program ............................................................................................................... 450,000 

Total ....................................................................................................................................................... 1,275,000 

The Committee notes the importance of the relationship with the 

Kingdom of Jordan and the strong leadership that Jordan continues to play in advancing peace and stability in the region and 

in the ongoing campaign to defeat ISIL. The United States should 

continue to support critical economic aid and to provide the assistance needed to ensure Jordan’s success in coalition operations, including to strengthen Jordan’s borders with Iraq and Syria. 

Subsection (e), Lebanon, is modified by deleting language making 

funds available notwithstanding a certain provision of law. 

Subsection (f), Libya, is modified from the prior year by deleting 

a funding directive and language on infrastructure projects. 

Subsection (g), Morocco, is similar to language in prior years requiring that funds made available for assistance for Morocco shall 

also be made available for any region or territory administered by 

Morocco, including the Western Sahara. The Committee recommendation includes not less than the request for Morocco in title 

III of this Act and makes funds available for assistance for any region or territory administered by Morocco, including the Western 

Sahara. The Committee expects funds to support democratic reforms and economic development. The Committee remains concerned by the failure to resolve the longstanding dispute over the 

Western Sahara and the protracted refugee situation in the 

Polisario-run camps near Tindouf, Algeria. The Committee believes 

that the Secretary of State should pursue a negotiated settlement 

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lution to the issue based on a formula of autonomy under Moroccan 

sovereignty. These redoubled diplomatic efforts can lead to a realistic and lasting settlement, the completion of a UN peacekeeping 

mission that has existed for almost twenty-five years, and a more 

stable region. The Committee also encourages the Administration 

to support private sector investment in the Western Sahara. The 

Committee recommendation includes a requirement to consult with 

the Committees on Appropriations on all of these issues not later 

than 45 days after enactment of this Act. 

Subsection (i), Syria, is modified by limiting the authority related 

to non-lethal assistance to address the needs of civilians affected by 

conflict in Syria to title III funds, and by deleting paragraph (2) on 

Syrian organizations. 

The Committee remains concerned that nearly 5 million people 

are living in hard-to-reach or besieged areas in Syria with little or 

no access to humanitarian assistance. The Committee urges the 

Department of State to utilize all diplomatic means to ensure all 

parties to the conflict and UN agencies fully implement related UN 

Security Council resolutions; demand that all parties allow delivery 

of humanitarian assistance; ensure that both goods and services 

reach all civilians in need; and improve the protection of civilians. 

The Committee notes the continued volatile security situation inside Syria and urges the Secretary of State and USAID Administrator to ensure protocols are in place to maintain appropriate distinctions between the delivery of humanitarian and non-lethal assistance. 

The Committee continues to support programs to enable voluntary repatriation of Assyrian Christians and other minorities to 

their ancestral villages in the Khabor region of Syria and elsewhere. The Committee supports programs to prevent casualties 

and enable safe and voluntary repatriation to the region. 

The Committee recognizes that children are particularly vulnerable from the conflict in Syria and urges the Department of State 

and USAID to continue to prioritize access to programs that assist 

children with recovery from trauma and develop their skills so future generations can play a meaningful role in the rebuilding of 

their country. 

The Committee recommends that programs be prioritized that 

support the participation of Syrian women in political and peace 

processes occurring at the national and local levels, including accessing leadership positions within governing bodies and ensuring 

meaningful consultation with women to inform national negotiations. 

Subsection (j) includes language similar to the prior year related 

to funding levels for Tunisia. 

Funds appropriated for Tunisia in this Act are allocated according to the following table and are subject to section 7019. 

TUNISIA 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Account Budget Authority 

Economic Support Fund ................................................................................................................................. 74,000 

International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement .................................................................................. 13,000 

Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining and Related Programs ............................................................... 6,100 

International Military Education and Training ............................................................................................... 2,300 


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TUNISIA—Continued 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Account Budget Authority 

Foreign Military Financing Program ............................................................................................................... 65,000 

Total ....................................................................................................................................................... 160,400 

Subsection (k), West Bank and Gaza, is modified from the prior 

year by deleting the waiver and modifying the requirements with 

respect to the International Criminal Court, modifying a funding 

reduction, and adding a new reporting requirement. The report required in paragraph (3) shall include steps taken by the Secretary 

of State as well as the Palestinian Authority to end the practice of 

payments to individuals imprisoned for acts of terrorism. 

The Committee notes the ongoing instability in Yemen and has 

not designated funding levels in fiscal year 2017. Any funds proposed for Yemen shall be notified pursuant to section 7015 of this 

Act. 

Sec. 7042 includes modified language from the prior year regarding assistance for Africa. 

The Committee notes with concern the ongoing attacks on civilians by Boko Haram and encourages the Government of Nigeria to 

strengthen efforts to protect children, including those seeking to obtain an education, and to hold those who conduct such violent attacks accountable. The Committee directs that funds be made 

available at not less than the fiscal year 2016 level for protection 

of civilian populations and to support victims of violence from Boko 

Haram. The Committee encourages USAID to address the unique 

needs of these victims, especially women and girls, into its programming. Funds made available in this Act for Cameroon, Chad, 

Niger, and Nigeria may be used for counterterrorism programs, 

specifically to combat Boko Haram. 

The Committee directs the Department of State to continue the 

reporting requirement contained in the explanatory statement accompanying Public Law 113–76 on the Lord’s Resistance Army during fiscal year 2017. 

Funds in this Act may not be made available to the central Government of South Sudan until the Secretary of State certifies that 

the conditions in section 7042(f) have been met. The Committee 

commends the work of the Panel of Experts on South Sudan, which 

presented its final report in February 2016. The Panel found evidence that senior leaders on both sides of the conflict in South 

Sudan violated the August 2015 Comprehensive Peace Agreement 

and met the criteria of the UN Security Council for the imposition 

of targeted sanctions. The Committee directs the Secretary of State 

to encourage members of the international community to implement and enforce meaningful, targeted sanctions on those responsible for the ongoing conflict. The Committee prioritizes funding to 

ensure that the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission and 

the Hybrid Court of the African Union have the necessary resources, technical expertise, and support to quickly and effectively 

fulfill their respective roles in implementing the overall provisions 

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itarian law, and general human rights monitoring is shared in a 

timely manner and is made publicly available, as appropriate. The 

Committee directs the Secretary of State to prioritize efforts in 

South Sudan to promote women’s leadership and inclusion in national peace processes, and in the implementation of security, justice, and accountability mechanisms. 

The Committee notes the negative impact the drought is having 

on health and development gains in the Horn of Africa, particularly 

in Ethiopia. The Committee urges the Secretary of State and the 

USAID Administrator to ensure access to lifesaving humanitarian 

assistance, while safeguarding development gains through resilience programs. The Committee encourages the USAID Administrator to support the modernization and strengthening of meteorological and hydrological services that are key to resilience to extreme weather events in West Africa. 

The Committee directs the Secretary of State to continue the reporting requirement under this section in House Report 113–499 

regarding the resumption of exit permits for adopted children in 

the DRC. 

Sec. 7043 includes language modified from the prior year containing limitations, directives, and authorities for diplomatic and 

development activities and programs in Burma, North Korea, the 

PRC, and Tibet. 

The Committee recommendation continues the authority and 

funding for economic and development assistance for the people of 

Burma, does not include funding for security assistance, and conditions assistance to the central government. The Committee provides assistance to address the needs of displaced communities on 

the Thai-Burma border in subsection (a)(1)(B)(iii). The Committee 

recognizes a transition is underway in Burma that may require adjustments in programming to these communities and directs the 

USAID Administrator to consult with the Committee on any proposed changes in levels or types of assistance provided. 

The Committee recommendation includes $57,500,000 under Development Assistance for Vietnam. The Committee expects that 

funds appropriated under Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs and Development Assistance in this Act and prior Acts will 

support activities authorized by section 211 of the Vietnam Education Foundation Act of 2000, as amended. 

Sec. 7044 includes language modified from the prior year containing limitations, directives, and authorities for diplomatic and 

development activities and programs in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and 

for regional programs. 

Subsection (a)(2)(B) prohibits the obligation of funds for the Government of Afghanistan (GOA) until the Secretary of State certifies 

certain conditions are met, including that the necessary policies 

and procedures are in place to ensure GOA compliance with section 

7013 of this Act regarding the prohibition on taxation of United 

States assistance. The Committee notes that per the requirements 

in section 7013, 200 percent of the total taxes assessed by the GOA 

during fiscal year 2017 on funds appropriated in this Act shall be 

withheld from obligation in the next fiscal year for funds allocated 

for the GOA if the Secretary of State certifies that such taxes have 

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The Committee expects the Secretary of State to consider the 

meaningful inclusion of Afghan women in the political process as 

a factor when making the certification required by subsection 

(a)(2)(B)(iii). 

The Committee supports continued funding for programs that 

support traditional Afghan businesses in crafts that serve as an 

economic catalyst by increasing exports. 

The Committee includes funds under International Narcotics 

Control and Law Enforcement for the recruitment, retention, and 

professionalization of women in the police forces of Afghanistan 

and Pakistan. 

Not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, the Committee directs the Secretary of State to submit a report to the Committees on Appropriations on the extent to which the Government 

of Bangladesh is supporting human rights and workers’ rights; implementing policies to protect freedom of expression, association, 

and religion, and due process of law; and ensuring free, fair, and 

participatory elections. The Committee directs that funds made 

available for assistance for Bangladesh shall include programs to 

improve labor conditions. 

Sec. 7045 includes language modified from the prior year regarding programs and funding in the Western Hemisphere. 

Subsection (a), United States Strategy For Engagement In Cen- tral America (Strategy), provides up to $750,000,000 for the Strategy. Funds appropriated in this Act are allocated according to the 

following table and are subject to section 7019. 

UNITED STATES STRATEGY FOR ENGAGEMENT IN CENTRAL AMERICA 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Country/Program Budget Authority 

Development Assistance 

El Salvador ............................................................................................................................................ 75,000 

Guatemala ............................................................................................................................................. 117,500 

Honduras ............................................................................................................................................... 97,500 

Nicaragua .............................................................................................................................................. 10,000 

Subtotal ........................................................................................................................................ 300,000 

Economic Support Fund 

Central America Regional Security Initiative ........................................................................................ 143,000 

Subtotal ........................................................................................................................................ 143,000 

Global Health Programs—USAID 

Guatemala ............................................................................................................................................. 13,000 

Subtotal ........................................................................................................................................ 13,000 

Foreign Military Financing Program 

Belize ..................................................................................................................................................... 1,000 

Costa Rica ............................................................................................................................................. 6,400 

El Salvador ............................................................................................................................................ 1,900 

Guatemala ............................................................................................................................................. 1,740 

Honduras ............................................................................................................................................... 4,500 

Panama ................................................................................................................................................. 2,000 

Western Hemisphere Regional ............................................................................................................... 20,000 

Subtotal ........................................................................................................................................ 37,540 

International Military Education and Training (IMET) 

Belize ..................................................................................................................................................... 250 

Costa Rica ............................................................................................................................................. 700 

El Salvador ............................................................................................................................................ 800 

Guatemala ............................................................................................................................................. 760 

Honduras ............................................................................................................................................... 750 

Panama ................................................................................................................................................. 700 

Subtotal ........................................................................................................................................ 3,960 

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UNITED STATES STRATEGY FOR ENGAGEMENT IN CENTRAL AMERICA—Continued 

[Budget authority in thousands of dollars] 

Country/Program Budget Authority 

of which, Costa Rica ............................................................................................................................. [25,000] 

Subtotal ........................................................................................................................................ 250,000 

Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining and Related Programs 

Panama ................................................................................................................................................. 500 

Subtotal ........................................................................................................................................ 500 

Overseas Private Investment Corporation 

Regional ................................................................................................................................................. 2,000 

Subtotal ........................................................................................................................................ 2,000 

Total, United States Strategy for Engagement in Central America ............................................ 750,000 

The bill includes the requirement for an updated multi-year 

spend plan, which should identify funds to be transferred to other 

agencies, IFIs, or commissions, and the purpose of such transfers. 

The plan should also specify amounts planned for each of the central governments of El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras. 

The bill includes modified language conditioning assistance for 

each of the central governments of El Salvador, Guatemala, and 

Honduras, and the Committee encourages the State Department 

and USAID to continue to work with the respective governments 

on such matters. The Committee directs the Secretary of State to 

continue to include in the portion of the report relating to commercial disputes, an assessment of the economic investment conditions 

in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras, and a description of outstanding disputes, including the confiscation of real property, between United States entities and the governments of such countries. 

The Committee directs the Secretary of State, in coordination 

with the USAID Administrator, to update the plan for monitoring 

and evaluation of programs funded by this Act and prior Acts making appropriations for the Department of State, foreign operations, 

and related programs, to implement the Strategy, and provide the 

updated plan and results to the appropriate congressional committees not later than September 30, 2017. The Committee directs 

that the plan submitted shall: (1) link the Strategy’s objectives and 

sub-objectives to specific programs and their intended outcomes; (2) 

include performance indicators for each objective and sub-objective; 

and (3) establish benchmarks and annual goals for each indicator. 

The Committee expects the Department of State and USAID to use 

impact and performance evaluations to measure progress, adjust 

programs accordingly, and include such information in the plan 

submitted. 

Not later than 120 days after enactment of this Act, the Committee directs the Comptroller General of the United States to initiate an assessment of programs funded that implement the United 

States Strategy for Engagement in Central America. The assessment should review programs implemented under the Strategy and 

examine whether the Strategy is achieving its stated goals and objectives. The assessment should also describe how programs funded 

under the Strategy differ from United States assistance programs 

for such countries in the past, and review the plan for monitoring 

and evaluation of the Strategy developed by the Department of 

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including the findings of such assessment along with recommendations, as appropriate, to Congress. 

Country notification requirements are maintained for Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras in section 7015. The Committee 

directs that such notifications indicate whether funds will support: 

(1) current or new programs; the central government of such country; or an IFI or a commission; and (2) how such programs align 

with the Strategy and the plan for monitoring and evaluation. 

The Committee recommendation does not include funds for cash 

transfer assistance or major infrastructure projects. It is expected 

that if supported as part of the Plan of the Alliance for Prosperity, 

such projects would be financed by El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and other donors, including multilateral development banks. 

The Committee recommendation supports programs and activities to address the underlying factors for migration from the Northern Triangle to the United States. The Committee provides $300,000,000 for Development Assistance to support governance, transparency, and accountability; increase food security and education; and reduce poverty, especially 

in areas that have high levels of outward migration to the United 

States. 

The Committee encourages USAID to develop sustainable, community-based programs that enhance the capacity of national and 

local governments and civil society in the region. Programs should 

unite the public and private sectors with civil society in a common 

effort. The Committee encourages USAID to seek partners with extensive regional experience in working with all levels of government, international organizations, and civil society. USAID programs should leverage the private sector and prioritize programs 

that facilitate job creation. 

The Committee supports agricultural programs that seek to capitalize on the region’s comparative advantages in this sector and 

encourages engagement with small- and medium-scale farmers to 

enable them to participate in value chains and increase their access to markets. The Committee encourages USAID to utilize the 

knowledge and experience of the United States land-grant university system in working on such issues. 

The Committee supports programs to repatriate and reintegrate 

migrants returning from the United States with a priority on ensuring unaccompanied children receive proper care and services. 

The bill includes the authority to transfer, following consultation 

with the Committees on Appropriations, funding under Development Assistance to the IDB and the IAF in support of the Strategy. 

The Committee recommends up to $15,000,000 for a transfer to the 

IAF. 

The Committee provides $143,000,000 under Economic Support 

Fund and $250,000,000 under International Narcotics Control and 

Law Enforcement for CARSI. The Committee believes that citizen 

security is a prerequisite for long-term development and sustained 

economic growth in the region. CARSI programs should: (1) support 

crime and violence prevention programs targeted at at-risk youth 

living in insecure neighborhoods and where there is significant 

criminal gang activity; (2) bolster border security; (3) counter criminal gangs, drug traffickers and organized crime; and (4) combat 

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grams to target areas with high levels of outward migration to the 

United States. 

The bill makes available CARSI funds to support international 

commissions against corruption and impunity after consultation 

with, and subject to the regular notification procedures of, the 

Committees on Appropriations. The Committee recommendation 

provides $5,000,000 for the International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala (CICIG). The Committee expects congressional notifications submitted for CICIG, the Mission to Support 

the Fight against Corruption and Impunity in Honduras, and any 

similar Commission that may be established in El Salvador, to 

specify the activities to be supported, the planned agency oversight 

of such funds, and a brief description of the activities and investigations undertaken by such commission during the previous six 

months. 

The Committee provides not less than $3,250,000 from CARSI 

funds for the Office of the Attorney General of Guatemala, which 

shall be provided on a cost-matching basis. The Committee also 

supports programs to increase the capability of police sexual assault units in Guatemala in areas with the highest prevalence of 

sexual assault. 

The Committee supports efforts to strengthen the investigative 

capacity of the Salvadoran National Civil Police and the Salvadoran Public Prosecutors to lead effective criminal investigations 

and prosecutions of crimes against women and children, including 

sexual violence. The Committee provides not less than $3,000,000 

from CARSI funds for the Salvadoran Public Prosecutors. 

The Committee recommendation includes not less than 

$8,000,000 from CARSI funds for programs to combat human trafficking in Central America through the use of DNA forensic technology, in accordance with 7034(b) of this Act. The Committee provides further direction on these matters in this report under that 

section. 

Not later than 45 days after the enactment of this Act, the Committee directs the Secretary of State, in coordination with the 

USAID Administrator, to provide to the Committees on Appropriations a report on the uses of all funds provided for CARSI on a 

country-by-country basis for each program, project, and activity for 

fiscal years 2010 through 2016. The Committee further directs the 

report be updated for fiscal year 2017, subject to the reporting requirements of the Committees on Appropriations. 

The Committee recommendation includes Foreign Military Financing Program funding to support efforts by the security forces 

of Central American countries to increase border and maritime security and enhance the authority of law enforcement in areas at 

risk of exploitation by criminal organizations. 

The Committee notes that the United States and Costa Rica 

have a history of strong ties based on shared values and security 

cooperation. The Committee believes that this can serve as a model 

to meet shared challenges in other countries in the region and provides security assistance to support the efforts of Costa Rica. The 

Committee notes that recent immigration and human smuggling 

and trafficking through Costa Rica have stressed government systems that deal with such challenges. The Committee expects funds 

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International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement to support 

Costa Rica’s ability to control its territory, interdict illegal drugs 

and other contraband, and secure its borders. 

The Committee encourages the Export-Import Bank, USTDA, 

and OPIC to support private investment in, and exports to, Central 

America in support of the Strategy. 

Subsection (b), Colombia, provides not less than $300,095,000 for 

assistance for Colombia, which is the same as the fiscal year 2016 

level. The Committee supports Colombia’s efforts to expand state 

presence, provide citizen security and access to government services, and counter illicit crop cultivation and narcotics trafficking. 

The Committee continues to recognize the strategic importance of 

Colombia and notes the improvements made in the everyday lives 

of the Colombian people that have resulted over the last fifteen 

years. 

Paragraph (3) provides an additional $191,130,000 if a final 

peace accord is reached and the Secretary of State certifies and reports to the Committees on Appropriations that it is in the national 

interest of the United States to support the implementation of such 

an accord. In making such certification, the Secretary shall consider recent and expected actions by the Government of Colombia 

to: (1) combat illicit drug production, including through eradication 

and interdiction efforts, and enforcement of criminal penalties on 

drug traffickers; (2) resolve outstanding commercial and trade disputes with the United States; (3) work with the United States to 

extradite fugitives; and (4) train the security forces of partner countries in Central America in support of shared security goals. The 

Committee expects the report submitted to include information regarding these factors. 

The Committee provides funding under Economic Support Fund 

for USAID programs to expand the reach of democratic institutions, foster reconciliation, and create the conditions for sustained 

economic growth in Colombia. The Committee directs the USAID 

Administrator to develop a plan for consolidating existing development programs and to graduate and transition responsibility for 

long-standing programs that have met key development milestones 

to the Government of Colombia, as appropriate. In the event that 

a peace accord is reached and the required certification made, such 

programs and resources should be redeployed to areas to support 

the accord. Programs funded under Economic Support Fund shall 

be subject to the consultation requirements of the Committees on 

Appropriations. 

The Committee supports assistance for conflict-affected populations, Afro-Colombians, and indigenous communities. The Committee also supports human rights programs and the efforts of 

international and non-governmental human rights organizations. 

In the event that a peace accord is reached and the required certification made, additional Economic Support Fund funding should 

support expanding civilian government institutions into former conflict zones and addressing humanitarian and development needs of 

populations in war-torn areas. The Committee encourages funding 

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cation, and encourages the participation of women in the peace 

process. 

The Committee includes funding under International Narcotics 

Control and Law Enforcement to combat illegal armed groups and 

drug trafficking organizations, prevent illicit narcotics from reaching the United States, and strengthen the Colombian National Police. The Committee is concerned about the recent spike in coca 

production and expects the Department of State to work with the 

Government of Colombia to reverse this trend. 

The Committee encourages a continued focus on justice and rule 

of law activities, including within the Colombian Armed Forces. 

Not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, the Secretary 

of State is directed to submit a report to the Committees on Appropriations on these issues. The report should include steps taken by 

the Government of Colombia to do the following: (1) subject cases 

involving members of the Colombian military who have been 

credibly alleged to have violated human rights to civilian jurisdiction; (2) uphold its international obligations by holding accountable 

persons responsible for crimes against humanity, war crimes, and 

other gross violations of human rights; (3) continue to dismantle illegal armed groups; and (4) take effective steps to protect the 

rights of human rights defenders, and indigenous and Afro-Colombian communities. 

In addition to funds made available under this heading, the Com- mittee assumes that up to $7,000,000 of funds available under Economic Support Fund will be transferred to Migration and Refugee 

Assistance, as in prior years, to augment support to nongovernmental and international organizations that provide assistance to 

Colombian refugees in neighboring countries. 

Subsection (c), Cuba, includes language prohibiting funds from 

being used for the establishment of a United States diplomatic 

presence in Cuba or to facilitate the establishment or operation of 

a diplomatic mission of Cuba in the United States beyond that 

which was in existence prior to December 17, 2014, with certain exceptions and limitations, until the President determines and reports to the Committees on Appropriations the requirements and 

factors specified in section 205 of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996 have been met; language 

on the proposed privatization and merger of OCB and VOA Spanish; and language concerning Cuba democracy promotion programs. 

The Committee notes that one of the factors for determination in 

section 205 is the extradition to the United States of all persons 

sought by the United States Department of Justice for crimes committed in the United States. 

Subsection (d), Haiti, withholds funding for assistance for the 

central Government of Haiti unless the Secretary of State certifies 

and reports that the Government of Haiti has installed a democratically elected president and seated newly elected members of parliament, and conditions such assistance on whether the government is taking certain steps. 

The Committee remains concerned about the lack of progress in 

self-reliance and governance in Haiti. The Committee notes the significant unobligated balances for assistance for Haiti from prior 

years and, given the continued high level of need in the country, 

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prioritize programs and take steps to execute these funds in a responsible manner. The Committee directs the Department of State 

to include information on assistance for Haiti in the report required 

by section 7002 of this Act regarding unobligated balances. 

Sec. 7046 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

United States payments to UN members. 

Sec. 7047 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

authority for the President to drawdown certain funds to support 

UN war crimes tribunals or commissions. 

Sec. 7048 includes language modified from the prior year conditioning funds made available to the UN until certain transparency 

measures are met, setting limitations on contributions to UN agencies, specifically the UN Human Rights Council and UNRWA, prohibiting funds for major capital projects of the UN, and withholding 

funds until certain reporting requirements have been met. 

Sec. 7049 includes language carried in the prior year related to 

assistance made available for community-based policing programs. 

Sec. 7050 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

certain diplomatic activities concerning the promotion of tobacco 

products. 

Sec. 7051 includes language carried in the prior year limiting 

funds available under the Act from being used to support attendance at international conferences. 

Sec. 7052 includes language similar to the prior year relating to 

aircraft transfer and coordination. 

Sec. 7053 includes language carried in the prior year relating to 

unpaid parking fines and real property taxes owed by foreign countries. 

Sec. 7054 includes language carried in the prior year relating to 

landmines and cluster munitions. 

Sec. 7055 includes language carried in the prior year limiting 

funding for publicity or propaganda purposes within the United 

States. 

Sec. 7056 is a new provision prohibiting funds to UNFPA and 

prohibiting funds for population planning activities or other population assistance to foreign nongovernmental organizations that 

promote or perform abortion, with certain exceptions. 

Sec. 7057 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

certain management conditions and authorities of USAID. 

Sec. 7058 includes language modified from the prior year regarding global health activities, placing a funding limitation on international family planning programs, conditioning contributions to 

the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, and providing certain authorities. 

Sec. 7059 includes language carried from the prior year regarding programs that support gender equality. The Committee directs 

the Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women’s Issues, Department 

of State, and the Senior Coordinator for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment, USAID, to jointly submit a report, not later 

than 180 days after enactment of this Act, on the allocation of 

funds for gender-related programs and activities for the previous 

fiscal year. 

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respond to gender-based violence; and support women, peace, and 

security. 

The Committee encourages the Department of State and USAID 

to continue to support programs that engage and assist women, 

particularly women-led civil society groups, working to counter terrorism. 

The Committee notes that sexual violence is pervasive in conflict 

settings and directs the USAID Administrator to ensure that children born as a result of rape and their mothers receive the necessary assistance on a non-discriminatory basis. 

Sec. 7060 includes language modified from the prior year regarding assistance for programs related to basic education, higher education, development, conservation, food security and agriculture development, microenterprise, programs to combat trafficking in persons, and water and sanitation. 

Subsection (b), Conservation, includes not less than $265,000,000 

in title III for biodiversity conservation programs, which is the 

same as the fiscal year 2016 enacted level. The Committee notes 

funds from biodiversity programs are used to meet the funding directive to combat wildlife poaching and trafficking. The Committee 

directs not less than $2,000,000 to implement and enforce the 

Lacey Act (section 8204 of Public Law 110–246), $10,500,000 for 

biodiversity programs in the Brazilian Amazon, including efforts 

that seek to build the capacity of Brazil to manage its own protected areas, and $20,000,000 for such programs in the Andean 

Amazon. The Committee also encourages programs to support Guatemala’s Mayan Biosphere. The Committee notes that demand for 

paper and wood products is rapidly increasing and that programs 

that support responsible forest management are needed to assist in 

protecting vulnerable forests, such as high conservation value forests, from illegal logging and encroachment. 

The Committee remains concerned about the wildlife poaching 

and trafficking crisis and the continued negative effect it is having 

on international security and stability and the implications for endangered species. The Committee notes that the illegal trade in 

wildlife and wildlife products is estimated at $8,000,000,000 to 

$10,000,000,000 annually. The Committee recognizes the severity 

of poaching in Africa, particularly with respect to elephant ivory 

and rhinoceros horn, and the destabilizing effect it has on regional 

security, including by providing a significant source of financing for 

armed groups with links to transnational organized crime and terrorism. 

The bill provides not less than $80,000,000 in titles III and IV 

be made available to address this urgent crisis, and the Committee 

directs not less than $10,000,000 for programs to combat rhinoceros 

poaching. Funds to address the wildlife poaching and trafficking 

crisis should be used to strengthen law enforcement capacity; address poaching at the source; build capacity for site-based protection of wildlife; disrupt trafficking routes; enhance regional cooperation and anti-trafficking networks; support regional wildlife 

enforcement networks, including not less than the fiscal year 2016 

enacted level for the Wildlife Enforcement Network Southern Africa; improve port and border security at key transit points; promote 

community-based approaches for wildlife protection; and support 

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The Committee encourages continued implementation of the National Strategy for Combating Wildlife Trafficking. The Committee 

directs the Secretary of State to update the strategy required by 

the joint explanatory statement of Public Law 113–76, and expects 

such strategy to include how funds are being used to implement 

the National Strategy for Combating Wildlife Trafficking. The 

Committee notes such strategy calls for the use of innovative and 

science-based analytical tools to combat wildlife poaching and trafficking. The Committee supports efforts to engage with the private 

sector and nongovernmental organizations in the development and 

use of such tools. 

The Committee notes the immediate need for training and equipment of security forces to address poaching and wildlife trafficking 

and expects these requirements to be addressed, including through 

the provision of excess defense articles and the expedited procurement of defense articles and services, as appropriate. The Committee recommendation provides the authority to expedite the provision of defense articles and encourages the use of this authority 

for this purpose. 

The Committee directs the Department of State and USAID to 

work with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), 

the Department of the Treasury, and the Office of the Director of 

National Intelligence to integrate information and share data to 

support a common platform that will inform strategies to combat 

money laundering and illicit trade. 

The Committee directs the Secretary of State, the USAID Administrator, and the Director of USFWS to consult with the Committees on Appropriations on the use of funds provided for these purposes, subject to the consultation requirements of the Committees 

on Appropriations. The Committee directs that the CBJ for fiscal 

year 2018 include country and program funding levels for programs 

to combat wildlife poaching and trafficking. The Committee also directs USAID and the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law 

Enforcement Affairs to include monitoring and evaluation components in wildlife trafficking implementation agreements and include data from such monitoring and evaluation efforts in its reports to Congress. 

The Committee expects that international conservation programs 

administered by the Department of State and USAID will utilize 

expertise from across the United States Government, including in 

partnership with the USFWS, and other agencies, as appropriate. 

The Committee also supports the international programs of the 

United States Forest Service. The Committee notes the ongoing 

threats to other endangered species and supports continued funding for programs to protect great apes and tigers, including for 

habitat conservation. 

The Committee supports continued United States leadership of 

the Congo Basin Forest Partnership and includes $39,400,000 for 

the Central Africa Regional Program for the Environment 

(CARPE). The Committee directs that $17,500,000 of the funds 

made available for CARPE be apportioned directly to the USFWS 

to support further development and implementation of a Central 

African regional wildlife law enforcement network and to build 

local capacity for wildlife protection in such region. These programs 

should include the professionalization of park guards and other 


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wildlife law enforcement officials and the provision of tools and 

technologies for measuring, evaluating, and improving the effectiveness of wildlife law enforcement patrols and site-based protection and conservation activities. 

The Committee notes that the success of CARPE depends on 

building the capacity of Central African governments to professionally manage and protect their countries’ resources. MOUs and 

cooperative agreements should be used to provide a roadmap, with 

benchmarks for measuring progress, to carry out environmental 

impact assessments, social and environmental management plans, 

fisheries management, and training of an effective force for wildlife 

conservation and park management. Buy-in by governments, in coordination with other implementing partners, is necessary for 

CARPE to become a comprehensive and sustainable program. 

Subsection (f), Trafficking in Persons, includes not less than $65,000,000 for activities to combat trafficking in persons internationally, which is $5,000,000 above the fiscal year 2016 enacted 

level and $16,253,000 above the request. Of the amounts provided, 

$45,000,000 is included under International Narcotics Control and 

Law Enforcement. The Committee notes $12,500,000 is provided 

under Diplomatic and Consular Programs for the operational costs 

of the Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (J/TIP), 

which is described further under Diplomatic and Consular Programs in this report. The Committee directs that $10,000,000 be made available to 

continue a multifaceted anti-human trafficking program in Guatemala. The Committee expects these funds to support a holistic response, including through the criminal justice system, local governments, and community and faith-based organizations. The Committee notes funding for this initiative is focused on Guatemala in 

order to maximize impact and is intended to serve as a model for 

other countries in combating human trafficking. The Committee expects J/TIP, INL, and USAID to closely coordinate implementation 

and notes the consultation requirement on the use of funds. Subsection (f)(2) requires the Secretary of State to submit a report, not 

later than 120 days after enactment of this Act, on the multifaceted 

anti-human trafficking program in Guatemala. The report shall include a detailed list of programs that have been supported with fiscal year 2015 and 2016 funds, outcomes for each of the programs, 

challenges and success stories that can be used to serve as a model 

for other countries, an explanation of how the response has been 

undertaken in a holistic manner, and the details of interagency coordination with respect to the program design and funding for the 

initiative. 

The Committee directs that $5,000,000 be made available for 

child protection compacts. The Committee expects that funds will 

be prioritized for countries with the greatest need and to continue 

to support child protection compacts pursuant to Public Law 113– 

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The Committee notes the rapid escalation of cyber-sex crime in 

the Philippines and supports efforts to enhance the capacity of the 

Philippine National Police to respond. 

The Committee urges the USAID Administrator to strengthen 

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implementing partners are appropriately educated and trained according to the Counter-Trafficking in Persons Field Guide. C–TIP 

activities should be integrated into other development programs, 

project design, and methods for program evaluation. The Committee believes the Secretary of State and the USAID Administrator should ensure that foreign assistance programs relating to 

humanitarian assistance, food security, poverty reduction, social 

and economic growth and development, education, and democracy 

and governance contribute to decreased vulnerability to or prevalence of human trafficking and forced labor, consistent with United 

States policy, including with section 107A(e) of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000. 

Not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act, the Secretary 

of State, in consultation with the USAID Administrator, is directed 

to submit a report to the Committees on Appropriations on obligations and expenditures of all fiscal year 2016 funds managed by the 

Department of State and USAID to combat human trafficking and 

forced labor. The report shall include funding by program, project, 

and activity and describe the management structure at the Department of State and USAID used to program such funds. 

Sec. 7061 is a new provision prohibiting funds for computer networks unless certain conditions are met. 

Sec. 7062 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

funds to implement the Arms Trade Treaty. 

Sec. 7063 includes language modified from the prior year regarding countries impacted by significant populations of refugees or internally displaced people. 

Sec. 7064 includes language modified from the prior year regarding the transfer of individuals detained at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. 

Sec. 7065 includes language carried in the prior year on multiyear pledges. 

Sec. 7066 includes language modified from the prior year prohibiting funds for the use of torture. 

Sec. 7067 includes language similar to the prior year prohibiting 

funds for a country that does not cooperate in the extradition to the 

United States of certain individuals. 

Sec. 7068 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

commercial leasing of defense articles. 

Sec. 7069 includes language modified from the prior year conditioning assistance for the independent states of the former Soviet 

Union, and language is modified from the prior year designating 

funding for Ukraine. 

The Committee is concerned about continued Russian influence 

over the Georgian territories of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. The 

Committee expects that funds in this Act will not be made available for assistance, including financing, for programs in Abkhazia 

and Tskhinvali Region/South Ossetia, if such assistance supports 

sovereignty of Georgian territories, or involves the participation of 

Russian Government officials or other Russian owned enterprises. 

The Committee recommendation makes available a total of 

$663,465,000 for Ukraine. Up to $325,608,000 of this amount may 

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ment of Ukraine requires such assistance to proceed with economic 

and political reforms that will lead to economic sustainability or 

such assistance will address security and economic vulnerabilities 

caused by Russian aggression. 

Funds are provided in this Act to assist the Government of 

Ukraine in implementing its economic and political reforms, provide economic sustainability and increase security. The Committee 

encourages the Department of State and USAID to support the agricultural sector in Ukraine in order to improve exports, as well as 

increase engagement with rural women and small to medium-size 

farm holders. The Committee also supports assistance for independent media in Ukraine. 

The Committee recommendation includes not less than 

$31,000,000 under Global Health Programs for Ukraine. The Committee supports funds to assist vulnerable populations, particularly 

those affected by violence and to help relieve the suffering of the 

Ukrainian people. 

The Committee supports the efforts of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe to monitor the ongoing crisis in 

Ukraine. 

The Committee encourages the Export-Import Bank, OPIC, and 

USTDA to provide support to facilitate private investment in 

Ukraine. 

Sec. 7070 includes language modified from the prior year regarding assistance to Russia and other countries. 

Sec. 7071 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

the International Monetary Fund. 

Sec. 7072 includes language carried in the prior year designating 

funding for the provision of certain defense articles. 

Sec. 7073 includes language modified from the prior year making 

funds available for activities to counter foreign fighters and violent 

extremist organizations. The Committee notes that section 7076 

adds programs funded pursuant to section 7073 to the spend plan 

requirements. The spend plan should include a list of countries and 

funding levels provided in this Act, in prior years, and funds requested in fiscal year 2018. Prior to submitting such spend plan, 

the Committee directs the Secretary of State to consult with the 

Committees on Appropriations on the criteria used to determine 

which programs funded under titles III and IV of this Act are applicable to this section, and the monitoring and evaluation of such 

programs. 

Sec. 7074 includes language carried in the prior year establishing 

restrictions on enterprise funds. 

Sec. 7075 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

funds for programs in contravention of this Act. 

Sec. 7076 includes language modified from the prior year requiring operating and spend plans for funds provided in this Act. 

The regional security initiatives to be addressed in the spend 

plans required by subsection (b)(1)(B) shall include: the Caribbean 

Basin Security Initiative; the Central America Regional Security 

Initiative; the Trans-Sahara Counterterrorism Partnership; the 

Partnership for Regional East Africa Counterterrorism; the West 

Africa Regional Security Initiative; the Global Peace Operations 

Initiative, including Africa Contingency Operations Training and 

Assistance; the African Peacekeeping Rapid Response Partnership; 


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the Africa Conflict Stabilization and Border Security program; the 

African Military Education Program; the Africa Maritime Security 

Initiative; the Security Governance Initiative; the Africa Regional 

Counter-Terrorism Fund; the Counterterrorism Partnerships Fund; 

the Regional Security Initiative; the Africa Capacity for Immediate 

Response to Crisis; the Maritime Security Technical Experts Program, and the Southeast Asia Maritime Security Law Enforcement 

Initiative. 

Sec. 7077 includes language modified from the prior year concerning public posting of reports, documents and records management. 

Sec. 7078 includes language modified from the prior year regarding Internet freedom programs. 

Sec. 7079 includes language modified from the prior year establishing certain limitations on assistance that may impact jobs in 

the United States. 

Sec. 7080 includes new language regarding the Export-Import 

Bank of the United States. 

TITLE VIII—OVERSEAS CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS/ 

GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM 

Title VIII of the Committee recommendation includes an additional $14,895,000,000, which is designated pursuant to section 

251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 for OCO/GWOT. Such funds are intended to address the extraordinary costs of diplomatic and development operations overseas, including embassy security; security assistance, 

economic stabilization, and peacekeeping programs; humanitarian 

activities; law enforcement and antiterrorism efforts; and oversight 

activities. Funds in this title are subject to the operating and spend 

plan requirements of section 7076 of this Act, where applicable. 

DEPARTMENT OF STATE 

ADMINISTRATION OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS

DIPLOMATIC AND CONSULAR PROGRAMS

(INCLUDING TRANSFER OF FUNDS)

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $2,561,808,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 2,132,249,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 2,410,386,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥151,422,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... +278,137,000 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$2,410,386,000 for Diplomatic and Consular Programs, including 

$1,815,210,000 for WSP. The full amount is designated pursuant to 

section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and will support the costs of operations and 

security in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iraq, areas of unrest, and other 

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OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $66,600,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 54,900,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 54,900,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥11,700,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$54,900,000 for Office of Inspector General. The full amount is designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget 

and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and will support reviews, audits, and investigations of reconstruction activities in Afghanistan conducted by SIGAR. The Committee recommendation 

continues language from the prior year limiting the amounts the 

SIGAR makes available for printing and reproduction costs to no 

more than the amounts made available in fiscal year 2016. 

The Committee urges the SIGAR to work with the Inspectors 

General of the Department of State and USAID on developing a 

long-term plan for transitioning the responsibility for oversight of 

projects in Afghanistan as the assistance program moves to a more 

traditional development program. 

EMBASSY SECURITY, CONSTRUCTION, AND MAINTENANCE

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $747,851,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request. .................................................................. 1,238,800,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 1,238,800,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +490,949,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$1,238,800,000 for Embassy Security, Construction, and Maintenance. The full amount is designated pursuant to section 

251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and will support construction and lease costs of facilities and additional security measures in high-risk and highthreat areas. 

INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

CONTRIBUTIONS TO INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $101,728,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 96,240,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 66,614,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥35,114,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥29,626,000 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$66,614,000 for Contributions to International Organizations. The 

full amount is designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the 

Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and 

will support missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. 

CONTRIBUTIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL PEACEKEEPING ACTIVITIES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $1,794,088,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 1,588,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 1,385,670,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥408,418,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥202,330,000 


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The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$1,385,670,000 for Contributions to International Peacekeeping Activities. The full amount is designated pursuant to section 

251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and will support peacekeeping activities in Africa 

and the Near East. 

MECHANISM FOR PEACE OPERATIONS RESPONSE

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $0 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 150,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 0 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥150,000,000 

The Committee recommendation does not include an appropriation for Mechanism for Peace Operations Response. 

RELATED AGENCY 

BROADCASTING BOARD OF GOVERNORS

INTERNATIONAL BROADCASTING OPERATIONS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $10,700,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 0 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 10,700,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... +10,700,000 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$10,700,000 for International Broadcasting Operations. The full 

amount is designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and will 

support United States international broadcasting to Afghanistan, 

Pakistan, Syria, and Iraq. 

UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL 

DEVELOPMENT 

FUNDS APPROPRIATED TO THE PRESIDENT

OPERATING EXPENSES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $139,262,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 98,460,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 98,460,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥40,802,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 0 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$98,460,000 for Operating Expenses. The full amount is designated 

pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and 

Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and will support USAID operations in Afghanistan. 

CAPITAL INVESTMENT FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $0 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 133,840,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 0 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥133,840,000 


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The Committee recommendation does not include an appropriation for the Capital Investment Fund in this title. Funds are provided under title II of this Act. 

BILATERAL ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE 

FUNDS APPROPRIATED TO THE PRESIDENT

INTERNATIONAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $1,919,421,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 1,832,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 1,885,127,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥34,294,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... 53,127,000 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$1,885,127,000 for International Disaster Assistance. The full 

amount is designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and will 

support the extraordinary costs of the United States response to 

international disasters and crises, including those resulting from 

conflict in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iraq, and Syria. 

TRANSITION INITIATIVES

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $37,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 62,600,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 37,000,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥25,600,000 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$37,000,000 for Transition Initiatives. The full amount is designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget 

and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and will support rapid 

response programs to prevent and mitigate the destabilizing effects 

of conflict. 

COMPLEX CRISES FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $20,000,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 20,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 0 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. ¥20,000,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥20,000,000 

The Committee recommendation does not include an appropriation for Complex Crises Fund in this Act. 

ECONOMIC SUPPORT FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $2,422,673,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 3,672,153,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 2,422,673,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... ¥1,249,480,000 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$2,422,673,000 for Economic Support Fund. The full amount is designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget 

and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and will support the 

costs of assistance for countries facing conflict and instability in the 

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ASSISTANCE FOR EUROPE, EURASIA AND CENTRAL ASIA

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $438,569,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 0 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 438,569,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... +438,569,000 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$438,569,000 for Assistance for Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia. 

The full amount is designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) 

of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 

and will support countries in Europe and Eurasia to respond to 

Russian aggression and other instability in the region. 

DEPARTMENT OF STATE

MIGRATION AND REFUGEE ASSISTANCE

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $2,127,114,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 1,876,003,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 2,287,904,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +160,790,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... +411,901,000 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$2,287,904,000 for Migration and Refugee Assistance. The full 

amount is designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and will 

support the extraordinary cost of overseas assistance to respond to 

refugee crises. 

UNITED STATES EMERGENCY REFUGEE AND MIGRATION ASSISTANCE

FUND

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $0 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 40,000,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 50,000,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +50,000,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... +10,000,000 

The Committee recommendation includes $50,000,000 for United 

States Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund for overseas assistance to respond to unexpected emergency migration 

needs. The full amount is designated pursuant to section 

251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

INTERNATIONAL SECURITY ASSISTANCE 

DEPARTMENT OF STATE

INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $371,650,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 324,240,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 371,661,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. +11,000 

Change from request ...................................................................... +47,421,000 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

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trol Act of 1985 and will support law enforcement activities in the 

Near East, Africa, South Asia, and countries in Europe and Eurasia facing Russian aggression. 

NONPROLIFERATION, ANTI-TERRORISM, DEMINING AND RELATED

PROGRAMS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $379,091,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 214,254,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 379,091,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... +164,837,000 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$379,091,000 for Nonproliferation, Anti-Terrorism, Demining and 

Related Programs. The full amount is designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit 

Control Act of 1985 and will support antiterrorism programs. 

PEACEKEEPING OPERATIONS

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $469,269,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 349,100,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 469,269,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... +120,169,000 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$469,269,000 for Peacekeeping Operations. The full amount is designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget 

and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and will support peacekeeping activities in Africa and the Near East. 

FUNDS APPROPRIATED TO THE PRESIDENT

FOREIGN MILITARY FINANCING PROGRAM

Fiscal Year 2016 enacted level .......................................................... $1,288,176,000 

Fiscal Year 2017 request ................................................................... 1,012,150,000 

Committee recommendation .............................................................. 1,288,176,000 

Change from enacted level ............................................................. 0 

Change from request ...................................................................... +276,026,000 

The Committee recommendation includes an additional 

$1,288,176,000 for Foreign Military Financing Program. The full 

amount is designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 and will 

support security assistance in the Near East, Africa, South Asia, 

and countries in Europe and Eurasia facing Russian aggression. 

GENERAL PROVISIONS—THIS TITLE 

Sec. 8001 includes language carried in the prior year noting that 

funds appropriated by this title are in addition to amounts appropriated or otherwise made available. 

Sec. 8002 includes language carried in the prior year directing 

that funds appropriated by this title are subject to the authorities 

and conditions applicable to such headings in prior titles, unless 

noted otherwise. 

Sec. 8003 is a new provision providing certain transfer authority. 

Sec. 8004 includes language providing that each amount designated pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget 

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available only if the President subsequently so designates all such 

amounts and transmits such designations to the Congress. 

TITLE IX—ADDITIONAL GENERAL PROVISION 

SPENDING REDUCTION ACCOUNT

Section 9001 establishes a spending reduction account. 

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES REPORTING REQUIREMENTS 

The following materials are submitted in accordance with various 

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STATEMENT OF GENERAL PERFORMANCE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

Pursuant to clause 3(c)(4) of rule XIII of the Rules of the House 

of Representatives, the following is a statement of general performance goals and objectives for which this measure authorizes funding: The Committee on Appropriations considers program performance, including a program’s success in developing and attaining 

outcome-related goals and objectives, in developing funding recommendations. 

RESCISSIONS

This bill does not include any rescissions. 

TRANSFERS OF FUNDS

Pursuant to clause 3(f)(2) of rule XIII of the Rules of the House 

of Representatives, the following list includes the transfers of funds 

included in the accompanying bill: 

In title III, under ‘‘Peace Corps’’, language is included to transfer 

funds to the Foreign Currency Fluctuations Account. 

In title VIII, under ‘‘Diplomatic and Consular Programs’’, language is included to transfer funds to other accounts for Afghanistan. 

DISCLOSURE OF EARMARKS AND CONGRESSIONALLY DIRECTED

SPENDING ITEMS

Pursuant to clause 9 of rule XXI of the Rules of the House of 

Representatives, neither the bill nor this report contain any congressional earmarks, limited tax benefits, or limited tariff benefits 

as defined in clause 9 of rule XXI of the Rules of the House of Representatives. 

COMPLIANCE WITH RULE XIII, CL. 3(e) (RAMSEYER RULE) 

In compliance with clause 3(e) of rule XIII of the Rules of the 

House of Representatives, changes in existing law made by the bill, 

as reported, are shown as follows (existing law proposed to be omitted is enclosed in black brackets, new matter is printed in italics, 

existing law in which no change is proposed is shown in roman): 

FOREIGN OPERATIONS, EXPORT FINANCING, AND 

RELATED PROGRAMS APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 1990 

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TITLE V—GENERAL PROVISIONS 

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ESTABLISHING CATEGORIES OF ALIENS FOR PURPOSES OF REFUGEE

DETERMINATIONS

SEC. 599D. (a) IN GENERAL.—In the case of an alien who is within a category of aliens established under subsection (b), the alien 

may establish, for purposes of admission as a refugee under section 

207 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, that the alien has a 

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by asserting such a fear and asserting a credible basis for concern 

about the possibility of such persecution. 

(b) ESTABLISHMENT OF CATEGORIES.— (1) For purposes of subsection (a), the Attorney General, in 

consultation with the Secretary of State and the Coordinator 

for Refugee Affairs, shall establish— 

(A) one or more categories of aliens who are or were nationals and residents of an independent state of the former 

Soviet Union or of Estonia, Latvia, or Lithuania and who 

share common characteristics that identify them as targets 

of persecution in that state on account of race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion, 

(B) one or more categories of aliens who are or were nationals and residents of Vietnam, Laos, or Cambodia and 

who share common characteristics that identify them as 

targets of persecution in such respective foreign state on 

such an account; and 

(C) one or more categories of aliens who are or were nationals and residents of the Islamic Republic or Iran who, as members of a religious minority in Iran, share common characteristics that identify them as targets of persecution in that state 

on account of race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion. 

(2)(A) Aliens who are (or were) nationals and residents of an 

independent state of the former Soviet Union or of Estonia, 

Latvia, or Lithuania and who are Jews or Evangelical Christians shall be deemed a category of alien established under 

paragraph (1)(A). 

(B) Aliens who are (or were) nationals of an independent 

state of the former Soviet Union or of Estonia, Latvia, or Lithuania and who are current members of, and demonstrate public, active, and continuous participation (or attempted participation) in the religious activities of, the Ukrainian Catholic 

Church or the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, shall be deemed a 

category of alien established under paragraph (1)(A). 

(C) Aliens who are (or were) nationals and residents of Vietnam, Laos, or Cambodia and who are members of categories of 

individuals determined, by the Attorney General in accordance 

with ‘‘Immigration and Naturalization Service Worldwide 

Guidelines for Overseas Refugee Processing’’ (issued by the Immigration and Naturalization Service in August 1983) shall be 

deemed a category of alien established under paragraph (1)(B). 

(3) Within the number of admissions of refugees allocated for 

each of fiscal years 1990, 1991, and 1992 for refugees who are 

nationals of the Soviet Union under section 207(a)(3) of the Immigration and Nationality Act {and within the number of such 

admissions allocated for each of fiscal years 1993, 1994, 1995, 

and 1996 for refugees who are nationals of the independent 

states of the former Soviet Union, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania under such section} and within the number of such admissions allocated for each of fiscal years 1993, 1994, 1995, 

1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 

2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 

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the independent states of the former Soviet Union, Estonia, 

Latvia, and Lithuania under such section, notwithstanding any 

other provision of law, the President shall allocate one thousand of such admissions for such fiscal year to refugees who 

are within the category of aliens described in paragraph (2)(B). 

(c) WRITTEN REASONS FOR DENIALS OF REFUGEE STATUS.—Each 

decision to deny an application for refugee status of an alien who 

is within a category established under this section shall be in writing and shall state, to the maximum extent feasible, the reason for 

the denial. 

(d) PERMITTING CERTAIN ALIENS WITHIN CATEGORIES TO REAPPLY

FOR REFUGEE STATUS.—Each alien who is within a category established under this section and who (after August 14, 1988, and before the date of the enactment of this Act) was denied refugee status shall be permitted to reapply for such status. Such an application shall be determined taking into account the application of this 

section. 

(e) PERIOD OF APPLICATION.— (1) Subsections (a) and (b) shall take effect on the date of the 

enactment of this Act and shall only apply to applications for 

refugee status submitted before October 1, ø2016¿ 2017. (2) Subsection (c) shall apply to decisions made after the date 

of the enactment of this Act and before October 1, ø2016¿ 

2017. (3) Subsection (d) shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and shall only apply to reapplications for refugee status submitted before October 1, ø2016¿ 2017. 

ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS FOR CERTAIN SOVIET AND INDOCHINESE

PAROLEES

SEC. 599E. (a) IN GENERAL.—The Attorney General shall adjust 

the status of an alien described in subsection (b) to that of an alien 

lawfully admitted for permanent residence if the alien— 

(1) applies for such adjustment, 

(2) has been physically present in the United States for at 

least 1 year and is physically present in the United States on 

the date the application for such adjustment is filed, 

(3) is admissible to the United States as an immigrant, except as provided in subsection (c), and 

(4) pays a fee (determined by the Attorney General) for the 

processing of such application. 

(b) ALIENS ELIGIBLE FOR ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS.—The benefits 

provided in subsection (a) shall only apply to an alien who— 

(1) was a national of an independent state of the former Soviet Union or of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Vietnam, Laos, or 

Cambodia, and 

(2) was inspected and granted parole into the United States 

during the period beginning on August 15, 1988, and ending on 

September 30, ø2016¿ 2017, after being denied refugee status. 

(c) WAIVER OF CERTAIN GROUNDS FOR INADMISSIBILITY.—The provisions of paragraphs (4), (5), and (7)(A) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act shall not apply to adjustment of status under this section and the Attorney General may waive any 

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such an adjustment for humanitarian purposes, to assure family 

unity, or when it is otherwise in the public interest. 

(d) DATE OF APPROVAL.—Upon the approval of such an application for adjustment of status, the Attorney General shall create a 

record of the alien’s admission as a lawful permanent resident as 

of the date of the alien’s inspection and parole described in subsection (b)(2). 

(e) NO OFFSET IN NUMBER OF VISAS AVAILABLE.—When an alien 

is granted the status of having been lawfully admitted for permanent residence under this section, the Secretary of State shall not 

be required to reduce the number of immigrant visas authorized to 

be issued under the Immigration and Nationality Act. 

SECTION 12001 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE 

APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2005 

SEC. 12001. (a)(1) Notwithstanding section 514 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2321h), the President may transfer 

to Israel, in exchange for concessions to be negotiated by the Secretary of Defense, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, 

any or all of the items described in paragraph (2). 

(2) The items referred to in paragraph (1) are armor, artillery, 

automatic weapons ammunition, missiles, and other munitions 

that— 

(A) are obsolete or surplus items; 

(B) are in the inventory of the Department of Defense; 

(C) are intended for use as reserve stocks for Israel; and 

(D) are located in a stockpile in Israel. 

(b) The value of concessions negotiated pursuant to subsection (a) 

shall be at least equal to the fair market value of the items transferred. The concessions may include cash compensation, services, 

waiver of charges otherwise payable by the United States, and 

other items of value. 

(c) Not later than 30 days before making a transfer under the authority of this section, the President shall transmit a notification 

of the proposed transfer to the Committees on Foreign Relations 

and Armed Services of the Senate and the Committees on International Relations and Armed Services of the House of Representatives. The notification shall identify the items to be transferred and 

the concessions to be received. 

(d) No transfer may be made under the authority of this section 

after September 30, ø2017¿ 2018. 

FOREIGN ASSISTANCE ACT OF 1961 

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TITLE XII—FAMINE PREVENTION AND FREEDOM FROM 

HUNGER 

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CHAPTER 2—MILITARY ASSISTANCE

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SEC. 514. STOCKPILING OF DEFENSE ARTICLES FOR FOREIGN

COUNTRIES.—(a) No defense article in the inventory of the Department of Defense which is set aside, reserved, or in any way earmarked or intended for future use by any foreign country may be 

made available to or for use by any foreign country unless such 

transfer is authorized under this Act or the Arms Export Control 

Act, or any subsequent corresponding legislation, and the value of 

such transfer is charged against funds authorized under such legislation or against the limitations specified in such legislation, as appropriate, for the fiscal period in which such defense article is 

transferred. For purposes of this subsection, ‘‘value’’ means the acquisition cost plus crating, packing, handling, and transportation 

costs incurred in carrying out this section. 

(b)(1) The value of defense articles to be set aside, earmarked, reserved, or intended for use as war reserve stocks for allied or other 

foreign countries (other than for purposes of the North Atlantic 

Treaty Organization or in the implementation of agreements with 

Israel) in stockpiles located in foreign countries may not exceed in 

any fiscal year an amount that is specified in security assistance 

authorizing legislation for that fiscal year. 

(2)(A) The value of such additions to stockpiles of defense articles 

in foreign countries shall not exceed $200,000,000 for each of fiscal 

years 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, øand 2017¿ 2017, and 2018. 

(B) Of the amount specified in subparagraph (A) for a fiscal year, 

not more than $200,000,000 may be made available for stockpiles 

in the State of Israel. 

(c) LOCATION OF STOCKPILES OF DEFENSE ARTICLES.— 

(1) LIMITATION.—Except as provided in paragraph (2), no 

stockpile of defense articles may be located outside the boundaries of a United States military base or a military base used 

primarily by the United States. 

(2) EXCEPTIONS.—Paragraph (1) shall not apply with respect 

to stockpiles of defense articles located in the Republic of 

Korea, Thailand, any country that is a member of the North 

Atlantic Treaty Organization, any country that is a major nonNATO ally, or any other country the President may designate. 

At least 15 days before designating a country pursuant to the 

last clause of the preceding sentence, the President shall notify 

the congressional committees specified in section 634A(a) in accordance with the procedures applicable to reprogramming notifications under that section. 

(d) No defense article transferred from any stockpile which is 

made available to or for use by any foreign country may be considered an excess defense article for the purpose of determining the 

value thereof. 

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PUBLIC LAW 106–46 

SECTION 1. CLARIFICATION OF QUORUM REQUIREMENT FOR THE EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE UNITED STATES. 

(a) IN GENERAL.—Section 3(c)(6) of the Export-Import Bank Act 

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‘‘(6) A quorum of the Board of Directors shall consist of at least 

three members.’’. 

(b) EXCEPTION.—Notwithstanding section 3(c)(6) of the ExportImport Bank Act of 1945, if, during the period that begins on øJuly 

21, 1999, and ends on December 2, 1999¿ October 1, 2016, and 

ends on September 30, 2019, there are fewer than three persons 

holding office on the Board of Directors of the Export-Import Bank 

of the United States, the entire membership of such Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum until the end of such period. 

CHANGES IN THE APPLICATION OF EXISTING LAW

Pursuant to clause 3(f)(1)(A) of rule XIII of the Rules of the 

House of Representatives, the following statements are submitted 

describing the effect of provisions in the accompanying bill that directly or indirectly change the application of existing law. 

Language is included in various parts of the bill to continue ongoing activities in fiscal year 2017 that require annual authorization or additional legislation, which to date has not been enacted. 

The bill includes provisions that place limitations on the use of 

funds in the bill or change existing limitations and that might 

under some circumstances be construed as changing the application 

of existing law. The bill includes a number of provisions that have 

been virtually unchanged for many years, which are technically 

considered legislation. The bill provides that several of the appropriations shall remain available for obligation beyond the current 

fiscal year. In all cases it is deemed desirable to carry such language in order to provide for orderly administration of such programs and effective use of funds. In various places in the bill, the 

Committee recommendation continues the prior year practice of 

designating amounts within appropriation accounts in order to 

fund specific programs and has adjusted some designations. 

The bill contains general provisions and other language that has 

been carried in the bill in past years that include limitations and 

conditions on funding provided in the Act. 

Additional changes in the fiscal year 2017 bill, which may be construed as changing existing law, are as follows: 

Title I 

Under ‘‘Diplomatic and Consular Programs’’, language similar to 

the prior year providing transfer authority to other accounts within 

‘‘Administration of Foreign Affairs’’, and limitations on certain programs, offices, and activities. 

Under ‘‘Diplomatic and Consular Programs’’, language carried in 

the prior year designating the availability and use of certain fees 

and transfers from other agencies, and conditioning the obligation 

of certain funds made available for security training. 

Under ‘‘Office of Inspector General’’, language carried in the prior 

year notwithstanding section 209(a)(1) of the Foreign Service Act 

of 1980 as it relates to post inspections. 

Under ‘‘Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs’’, language 

modified from the prior year on the use of certain fees, and a reporting requirement. 

Under ‘‘Embassy Security, Construction, and Maintenance’’, language carried in the prior year placing limitations on the uses of 


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funds, restricting representation expenses, and requiring submission of an operating plan. 

Under ‘‘Emergencies in the Diplomatic and Consular Service’’, 

language carried in the prior year permitting the transfer of not to 

exceed $1,000,000 to the ‘‘Repatriation Loans Program Account’’. 

Under ‘‘Repatriation Loans Program Account’’, language carried 

in the prior year directing that costs shall be defined as in section 

502 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 and capping total obligations. 

Under ‘‘Contributions to International Organizations’’, language 

similar to the prior year requiring submission to the Committees 

on Appropriations of the United Nations biennial budget, limiting 

the use of funds, and establishing a number of notification and reporting requirements. 

Under ‘‘Contributions for International Peacekeeping Activities’’, 

language modified from the prior year limiting the use of funds and 

establishing a number of notification and reporting requirements. 

Under ‘‘International Boundary and Water Commission, United 

States and Mexico’’ and ‘‘American Sections, International Commissions’’, language carried in the prior year providing a limitation on 

the amount available for representation expenses. 

Under ‘‘American Sections, International Commissions’’, language carried in the prior year limiting representation expenses. 

Under ‘‘International Fisheries Commissions’’, language carried 

in the prior year providing authority to pay United States expenses 

in advance, pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 3324. 

Under ‘‘International Broadcasting Operations’’, language carried 

in the prior year setting limitations on funds available for certain 

expenses and receipts, requiring the Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG) make funds available to expand unrestricted access 

to information on the Internet, extending certain personnel authorities, requiring a review of certain programs, restricting representation expenses, and requiring notifications. 

Under ‘‘Eisenhower Exchange Fellowship Program’’, language 

carried in the prior year limiting the use of funds relating to compensation. 

Under ‘‘Commission for the Preservation of America’s Heritage 

Abroad’’, language carried in the prior year allowing the Commission to procure certain services notwithstanding paragraph (3) of 

section 312304(b) of Public Law 113–287 during fiscal year 2017 

and requiring notification. 

Under ‘‘United States Commission on International Religious 

Freedom’’, language carried in the prior year placing a limitation 

on representation expenses. 

Under ‘‘Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, Salaries and Expenses’’, language carried in the prior year limiting 

representation expenses. 

Under ‘‘Congressional-Executive Commission on the People’s Republic of China’’ and ‘‘United States-China Economic and Security 

Review Commission’’, language carried in the prior year placing a 

limitation on representation expenses. 

Under ‘‘United States-China Economic and Security Review Commission’’, language carried in the prior year incorporating by reference several provisos relating to personnel and financial manageVerDate Sep 11 2014 03:53 Jul 16, 2016 Jkt 020710 PO 00000 Frm 00114 Fmt 6659 Sfmt 6601 E:\HR\OC\HR693.XXX HR693

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ment authorities that were carried in the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Appropriations Act, 2009. 

Title II 

Under ‘‘Operating Expenses, United States Agency for International Development’’, language carried in the prior year limiting 

financing construction or entering into leases, allowing transfers of 

funds, and restricting representation and entertainment expenses. 

Under ‘‘Capital Investment Fund’’, language carried in the prior 

year requiring notifications. 

Title III 

Under ‘‘Global Health Programs’’, language similar to the prior 

year placing restrictions and requirements related to family planning and abortion, requiring direct apportionment to agencies, designating the use of funds, requiring notifications, and setting a cap 

on administrative expenses. 

Under ‘‘Transition Initiatives’’, language carried in the prior year 

designating the use of funds, requiring a report prior to the initiation of a country program, requiring prior consultations, and allowing the use of additional funds in the Act for the same purposes 

as funds under this heading following consultation. 

Under ‘‘Development Credit Authority’’, language modified from 

the prior year authorizing transfers, setting funding and financing 

limitations, and requiring notification. 

Under ‘‘Assistance for Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia’’, language carried in the prior year providing notwithstanding authority, designating coordination responsibilities, and designating certain funds for purposes of administrative authorities. 

Under ‘‘Migration and Refugee Assistance’’, language modified 

from the prior year designating amounts for small-scale emergency 

humanitarian requirements, for refugees resettling in Israel, and 

for the United States Refugee Admissions Program. 

Under ‘‘Peace Corps’’, language carried in the prior year limiting 

representation expenses, requiring consultations, allowing the Director to transfer funds to help mitigate exchange rate losses, and 

placing limitations on certain activities. 

Under ‘‘Millennium Challenge Corporation’’, language modified 

from the prior year placing a cap on administrative expenses, establishing certain funding conditions and notification requirements, 

limiting and restricting entertainment and representation allowances. 

Under ‘‘Inter-American Foundation’’, language carried in the 

prior year limiting representation expenses. 

Under ‘‘United States African Development Foundation’’, language carried in the prior year allowing for the investment of 

project funding by grantees, limiting the use of interest earned, allowing certain building leases, and requiring a report. 

Under ‘‘International Affairs Technical Assistance’’, language carried in the prior year providing funds notwithstanding any other 

provision of law. 

Title IV 

Under ‘‘International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement’’, 

language modified from the prior year giving the Department of 


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State the authority to provide excess property to a foreign country, 

waiving a section of the Foreign Assistance Act, subject to notification, requiring notification for certain transfers, and permitting 

funds for certain purposes. 

Under ‘‘Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining, and Related 

Programs’’, language similar to the prior year designating the use 

of funds, providing authorities for funds, and establishing certain 

funding conditions and notification requirements. 

Under ‘‘Peacekeeping Operations’’, language similar to the prior 

year designating the use of funds, providing certain authorities, establishing prohibitions for the use of funds, and requiring notifications. 

Under ‘‘International Military Education and Training’’, language 

modified from the prior year allowing certain civilian personnel to 

receive training and limiting entertainment allowances. 

Under ‘‘Foreign Military Financing Program’’, language similar 

to the prior year designating the use of funds, requiring consultations and notifications, designating the use of funds, establishing 

requirements for the disbursement and transfer of certain funds, 

establishing limitations and conditions on funds, limiting representation and entertainment expenses. 

Title VI 

Under ‘‘Export-Import Bank of the United States, Program Account’’, language carried in the prior year allowing for certain expenditures and setting limitations on funds. 

Under ‘‘Export-Import Bank of the United States, Administrative 

Expenses’’, language carried in the prior year limiting representation expenses, allowing for the collection of certain fees, and requiring notifications. 

Under ‘‘Export-Import Bank of the United States, Receipts Collected’’, language carried in the prior year requiring sufficient fees 

to cover costs, and providing up to $10,000,000 in excess receipts 

for an extended period of time. 

Under ‘‘Overseas Private Investment Corporation, Noncredit Account’’, language carried in the prior year limiting representation 

expenses, and providing that certain costs shall not be considered 

administrative costs. 

Under ‘‘Overseas Private Investment Corporation, Program Account’’, language carried in the prior year designating transfer authority from ‘‘Noncredit Account’’, providing program authority in 

Iraq, requiring certain notifications, and designating funds for administrative expenses. 

Under ‘‘Trade and Development Agency’’, language carried in the 

prior year restricting representation and entertainment allowances 

and designating the use of funds. 

Title VII 

Sec. 7001 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

allowances and differentials. 

Sec. 7002 includes language modified from the prior year requiring agencies to provide quarterly reports on the cumulative balances of any unobligated funds. 

Sec. 7003 includes language carried in the prior rear requiring 

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Sec. 7004 includes language modified from the prior year requiring inter-agency cost sharing with respect to the construction and 

use of diplomatic facilities, setting limitations and expanding notification and oversight requirements, and placing conditions and restrictions on certain funds. 

Sec. 7005 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

certain personnel actions and the authority to transfer funds between appropriations accounts. 

Sec. 7006 includes language carried in the prior year extending 

for one year certain contract authority for award of local guard contracts. 

Sec. 7007 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

assistance for the governments of Cuba, North Korea, Iran, and 

Syria. 

Sec. 7008 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

assistance for countries whose duly elected head of government is 

deposed by military coup or decree, or a coup or decree in which 

the military plays a decisive role, requires a determination, and 

provides a waiver under certain conditions. 

Sec. 7009 includes language carried in the prior year setting limitations and conditions on transfers between appropriations accounts, requiring audits of certain transfers, and adding a reporting requirement. 

Sec. 7010 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

first-class travel. 

Sec. 7011 includes language modified from the prior year regarding the availability of funds made available in the Act, and a new 

certification and reporting requirement. 

Sec. 7012 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

assistance for countries in default and allowing exceptions in certain circumstances. 

Sec. 7013 includes language carried in the prior year withholding 

assistance to a country in which the assistance is subject to taxation, unless the Secretary of State makes certain determinations, 

and including a reporting requirement. 

Sec. 7014 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

the reservation of funds and the designation of certain funding levels. 

Sec. 7015 includes language modified from the prior year establishing the notification requirements regarding funds made available in the Act. 

Sec. 7016 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

the notification requirements concerning the provision of excess Department of Defense articles. 

Sec. 7017 includes language similar to the prior year regarding 

the availability of funds for international organizations and programs. 

Sec. 7018 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

funding for abortions and involuntary sterilization. 

Sec. 7019 includes language similar to the prior year regarding 

funding directives specified in tables in the report accompanying 

the Act. 

Sec. 7020 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

the use of assistance for certain representation expenses. 


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Sec. 7021 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

assistance for governments that support international terrorism. 

Sec. 7022 includes language similar to the prior year regarding 

authorization requirements. 

Sec. 7023 includes language carried in the prior year defining the 

terms ‘‘program’’, ‘‘project’’, and ‘‘activity’’. 

Sec. 7024 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

certain authorities for the Peace Corps, Inter-American Foundation, and the United States African Development Foundation. 

Sec. 7025 includes limitation language carried in the prior year 

relating to commerce, trade, and surplus commodities. 

Sec. 7026 includes language similar to the prior year regarding 

the requirement that separate accounts be established for cash 

transfers and assistance that generates local currencies and establishing certain conditions on the use of those funds. 

Sec. 7027 includes language similar to the prior year regarding 

assistance through nongovernmental organizations and assistance 

provided under the Food for Peace Act. 

Sec. 7028 includes language modified from the prior year conditioning funds provided to local organizations through limited competitions. 

Sec. 7029 includes language modified from the prior year establishing certain conditions on funds appropriated to international financial institutions. 

Sec. 7030 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

debt-for-development programs. 

Sec. 7031 includes language modified from the prior year regarding management of direct assistance to governments, budget transparency of recipient countries, and corruption and human rights 

violations. 

Sec. 7032 contains language modified from the prior year regarding democracy programs funded in this Act. 

Sec. 7033 includes language modified from the prior year on assistance regarding international religious freedom. 

Sec. 7034 includes language modified from the prior year granting certain special authorities relating to, and placing limitations 

on, funds made available in the Act. 

Sec. 7035 continues language carried in the prior year related to 

the Arab League Boycott of Israel. 

Sec. 7036 includes language carried in the prior year establishing 

limitations on the use of funds in support of a Palestinian state. 

Sec. 7037 includes language carried in the prior year establishing 

restrictions on the use of funds for the purpose of conducting official United States Government business with the Palestinian Authority. 

Sec. 7038 includes language carried in the prior year restricting 

assistance to the Palestinian Broadcasting Corporation. 

Sec. 7039 includes language similar to the prior year placing conditions on assistance for the West Bank and Gaza. 

Sec. 7040 includes language modified from the prior year placing 

limitations on any assistance for the Palestinian Authority and regarding Hamas. 

Sec. 7041 includes language modified from the prior year regarding countries in the Middle East and North Africa. 


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Sec. 7042 includes modified language from the prior year regarding assistance for Africa. 

Sec. 7043 includes language modified from the prior year regarding assistance for East Asia and the Pacific. 

Sec. 7044 includes language modified from the prior year regarding assistance for South and Central Asia. 

Sec. 7045 includes language modified from the prior year regarding assistance for the Western Hemisphere. 

Sec. 7046 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

United States payments to United Nations members. 

Sec. 7047 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

authority for the President to drawdown certain funds to support 

UN war crimes tribunals or commissions. 

Sec. 7048 includes language modified from the prior year conditioning funds made available to the UN, setting limitations on contributions to UN agencies, prohibiting funds for construction of 

major capital projects, including a reporting requirement, and withholding funds until certain conditions are met. 

Sec. 7049 includes language carried in the prior year related to 

assistance made available for community-based policing programs. 

Sec. 7050 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

certain diplomatic activities concerning the promotion of tobacco 

products. 

Sec. 7051 includes language carried in the prior year limiting 

funds available under the Act from being used to support attendance at international conferences. 

Sec. 7052 includes language similar to the prior year relating to 

aircraft transfer and coordination. 

Sec. 7053 includes language carried in the prior year relating to 

unpaid parking fines and real property taxes owed by foreign countries. 

Sec. 7054 includes language carried in the prior year relating to 

land mines and cluster munitions. 

Sec. 7055 includes language carried in the prior year limiting 

funding for publicity or propaganda purposes within the United 

States. 

Sec. 7056 includes new language prohibiting funds to UNFPA 

and prohibiting funds for population planning activities or other 

population assistance to foreign nongovernmental organizations 

that promote or perform abortion, with certain exceptions. 

Sec. 7057 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

certain management conditions and authorities of USAID. 

Sec. 7058 includes language modified from the prior year regarding global health activities, placing a funding limitation on international family planning programs, and conditioning contributions 

to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. 

Sec. 7059 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

programs that support gender equality. 

Sec. 7060 includes language modified from the prior year regarding assistance for programs related to basic education, higher education, conservation, development programs, food security and agriculture development, microenterprise, trafficking in persons, and 

water and sanitation. 

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Sec. 7062 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

funds to implement the Arms Trade Treaty. 

Sec. 7063 includes language modified from the prior year regarding assistance to countries impacted by significant refugee populations or internally displaced persons. 

Sec. 7064 includes language modified from the prior year regarding the transfer of individuals detained at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. 

Sec. 7065 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

multi-year pledges. 

Sec. 7066 includes language modified from the prior year prohibiting funds for the use of torture. 

Sec. 7067 includes language similar to the prior year prohibiting 

funds for a country that does not cooperate in the extradition to the 

United States of certain individuals. 

Sec. 7068 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

commercial leasing of defense articles. 

Sec. 7069 includes language modified from the prior year designating funds for Ukraine and regarding assistance for the independent states of the former Soviet Union. 

Sec. 7070 includes language modified from the prior year regarding assistance to Russia and other countries. 

Sec. 7071 includes language carried in the prior year regarding 

lending by the International Monetary Fund. 

Sec. 7072 includes language carried in the prior year designating 

funding for the provision of certain defense articles. 

Sec. 7073 includes language modified from the prior year making 

funds available to counter foreign fighters and violent extremist organizations. 

Sec. 7074 includes language carried in the prior year establishing 

restrictions on enterprise funds. 

Sec. 7075 includes language carried in the prior year prohibiting 

funds for programs in contravention of this Act. 

Sec. 7076 includes language modified from the prior year requiring spending and operating plans for funds provided in this Act. 

Sec. 7077 includes language modified from the prior year regarding reports, documents, and records management. 

Sec. 7078 includes language modified from the prior year regarding Internet freedom programs. 

Sec. 7079 includes language modified from the prior year establishing certain limitations impacting jobs in the United States. 

Sec. 7080 includes new language regarding the Export-Import 

Bank of the United States. 

Title VIII 

Under ‘‘Diplomatic and Consular Programs’’, language carried in 

the prior year allowing the transfer of funds to other federal departments and agencies, designating funds, and requiring notification of any such transfers. 

Under ‘‘Office of Inspector General’’, language similar to the prior 

year designating an amount for the Special Inspector General for 

Afghanistan Reconstruction, limiting printing and reproduction 

costs, and providing certain personnel authorities. 

Under ‘‘Embassy Security, Construction, and Maintenance’’, language carried in the prior year designating funds. 


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Under ‘‘Peacekeeping Operations’’, language carried in the prior 

year designating funds for assessed contributions. 

Sec. 8001 includes language carried in the prior year stating that 

funds appropriated in title VIII are in addition to amounts appropriated for fiscal year 2017. 

Sec. 8002 includes language carried in the prior year stating that 

funds appropriated in title VIII shall be available under the authorities and conditions applicable to such appropriations accounts, 

unless otherwise directed in the Act. 

Sec. 8003 includes new language providing transfer authority for 

funds under ‘‘Assistance for Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia’’. 

Sec. 8004 includes language carried in the prior year designating 

funds. 

APPROPRIATIONS NOT AUTHORIZED BY LAW

Pursuant to clause 3(f)(1)(B) of rule XIII of the Rules of the 

House of Representatives, the following table lists the appropriations in the accompanying bill which are not authorized by law for 

the period concerned: 

Agency/Activity Last Year Authorized Authorization 

Level 

Appropriations in 

Last Year of 

Authorization 

Appropriations 

in the Bill 

Department of State/Administration of 

Foreign Affairs 

2003 ..................... $5,290,390,000 .... $5,874,914,000 .... $11,697,171,000 

Department of State/International Organizations 2003 ..................... $1,529,702,000 .... $1,672,000,000 .... $3,295,534,000 

Department of State/ International 

Commissions 

2003 ..................... $71,385,000 ......... $57,730,000 ......... $123,646,000 

Broadcasting Board of Governors ....... 2003 ..................... $644,486,000 ....... $599,560,000 ....... $777,843,000 

Department of State/Related Programs 2003 ..................... $72,000,000 ......... $69,986,000 ......... $187,519,000 

United States Institute of Peace ......... 2014 ..................... Such sums as 

may be necessary.

$37,000,000 ......... $35,300,000 

Operating Expenses of the United 

States Agency for International Development 

1987 ..................... $387,000,000 ....... $340,600,000 ....... $1,282,876,000 

Capital Investment Fund ..................... None ..................... NA ........................ NA ........................ $199,985,000 

United States Agency for International 

Development—Inspector General 

1987 ..................... $21,750,000 ......... $21,000,000 ......... $67,600,000 

Population 

($290,000,000);.

Population 

($234,625,000);.

Global Health Programs (see note 

below) 

Population (1987); 

Health and Disease Prevention 

(1987); Child 

Survival Fund 

(1987).

Health and Disease Prevention 

($180,000,000); 

Child Survival 

Fund 

($75,000,000).

Health and Disease Prevention 

($166,762,000); 

Child Survival 

Fund 

(75,000,000).

$2,916,500,000 

(includes 

$461,000,000 

for Population) 

Global Health Programs: HIV/AIDS ...... 2013 ..................... $48,000,000,000 

over 5 years.

$5,720,499,000 .... $6,000,000,000 

Agriculture; (1987) 

Education 

(1987); 

Agriculture 

($760,000,000); 

Education 

($180,000,000); 

Agriculture 

($693,613,000); 

Education 

($155,000,000); 

$2,780,971,000 

Development Assistance (see note 

below) 

Energy and selected development activities 

(1987).

Energy and selected development activities 

($207,000,000).

Energy and selected development activities 

($149,990,000).

(programs difficult 

to determine 

due to changing definitions 

of programs 

since last authorized) 

International Disaster Assistance (see 

note below) 

1987 ..................... $25,000,000 ......... $70,000,000 ......... $2,794,184,000 


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Agency/Activity Last Year Authorized Authorization 

Level 

Appropriations in 

Last Year of 

Authorization 

Appropriations 

in the Bill 

None (same authorities as 

International 

Disaster Assistance).

Transition Initiatives ............................ NA ........................ NA ........................ $77,600,000 

Development Credit Authority .............. None ..................... NA ........................ NA ........................ $40,000,000 (by 

transfer) 

Development Credit Authority—administrative expenses None ..................... NA ........................ NA ........................ $8,120,000 

Economic Support Fund ....................... 1987 ..................... $3,800,000,000 .... $3,555,000,000 .... $4,024,232,000 

Democracy Fund .................................. None ..................... NA ........................ NA ........................ $150,500,000 

Assistance for Europe, Eurasia and 

Central Asia 

1993 ..................... $410,000,000.

Migration and Refugee Assistance ..... 2003 ..................... $820,000,000 ....... $781,884,000 ....... $3,059,000,000 

U.S. Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund (note below) 1962 ..................... Such amounts as 

may be necessary.

NA ........................ $50,000,000 

Peace Corps ......................................... 2003 ..................... $365,000,000 ....... $295,069,000 ....... $410,000,000

Millennium Challenge Corporation ...... 2005 ..................... Such sums as 

may be necessary.

$1,488,000,000 .... $901,000,000 

Inter-American Foundation .................. 1993 ..................... $31,000,000 ......... $30,960,000 ......... $22,500,000 

United States African Development 

Foundation 

1987 ..................... $3,872,000 ........... $6,500,000 ........... $30,000,000 

Department of the Treasury, International Affairs Technical Assistance 

1999 ..................... $5,000,000 ........... $1,500,000 ........... $28,500,000 

International Narcotics Control and 

Law Enforcement 

1994 ..................... $171,500,000 ....... $100,000,000 ....... $1,375,231,000 

Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, 

Demining and Related Programs 

(see note below) 

2003 ..................... $226,200,000 ....... NA ........................ $885,472,000 

Peacekeeping Operations ..................... 1999 ..................... $83,000,000 ......... $76,500,000 ......... $631,523,000 

International Military Education and 

Training 

2003 ..................... $85,000,000 ......... $79,480,000 ......... $110,300,000 

Foreign Military Financing ................... 2003 ..................... $4,107,000,000 .... $6,104,632,000 .... $6,083,788,000 

North American Development Bank ..... 1998 ..................... $225,000,000 ....... $56,500,000 ......... $10,000,000 

Overseas Private Investment Corporation Administrative Expenses 2016 ..................... Such sums as 

may be necessary.

$62,574,000 ......... $62,787,000 

Overseas Private Investment Corporation Program Account 2016 ..................... Such sums as 

may be necessary.

$27,371,000 ......... $20,000,000 

Note: Amounts for Administration of Foreign Affairs, International Organizations, Broadcasting Board of Governors, Operating Expenses, International Disaster Assistance, Transition Initiatives, Economic Support Fund, Migration and Refugee Assistance, United States Emergency Refugee Migration and Assistance Fund, International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement, Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining and Related Programs, Peacekeeping Operations, and Foreign Military Financing Program include funds appropriated in title VIII designated pursuant 

to section 251(b)(2)(A)(ii) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. 

Note: Programs recommended herein under ‘‘Global Health Programs’’ were last authorized under a different account structure than that recommended in this bill; the account structure included a number of functional accounts, as described above. 

Note: Programs recommended herein under ‘‘International Disaster Assistance’’ account was formerly called the ‘‘International Disaster and Famine Assistance’’ account and was last authorized under that account name. Note: Funds for the United States Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance Program (ERMA) are authorized in such amounts as may be 

necessary; however, appropriations which would result in a balance in the fund of more than $100,000,000 are prohibited (22 U.S.C. 2601(c)) 

absent a waiver of this provision of law. 

Note: Programs recommended herein under ‘‘Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining, and Related Programs’’ include some major programs 

for which authorizations of appropriations were provided for fiscal year 2002; these programs include $73,000,000 authorized for antiterrorism assistance and $142,000,000 authorized for nonproliferation activities. In addition, some programs now in this account were previously in accounts that had authorizations of appropriations in prior years. 

COMPARISON WITH THE BUDGET RESOLUTION

Pursuant to clause 3(c)(2) of rule XIII of the Rules of the House 

of Representatives and section 308(a)(1)(A) of the Congressional 

Budget Act of 1974, the following table compares the levels of new 

budget authority provided in the bill with the appropriate allocation under section 302(b) of the Budget Act. 


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Budgetary Impact of Bill Prepared in Consultation with the Congressional Budget Office Pursuant to Sec. 308(a), Public Law 93– 

344, As Amended, State, Foreign Operations and Related Programs 

[In millions of dollars] 

Budget Authority Outlays 

Committee 

Allocation 

Amount 

in Bill 

Committee 

Allocation 

Amount 

in Bill 

General Purpose ............................................................................. 37,185 37185 45,512 45,5121

Overseas Contingency Operations/Global War on Terrorism ......... 14,895 14,895 5,090 5,0901

Mandatory ...................................................................................... 159 159 159 159 

1 Includes outlays from prior-year budget authority. 

FIVE YEAR OUTLAY PROJECTIONS

Pursuant to clause 3(c)(2) of rule XIII and section 308(a)(1)(B) of 

the Congressional Budget Act of 1974, the following table contains 

five-year projections associated with the budget authority provided 

in the accompanying bill as provided to the Committee by the Congressional Budget Office. 

PROJECTION OF OUTLAYS ASSOCIATED WITH THE RECOMMENDATION: 

[In millions of dollars] 

2017 ......................................................................................................................................................................... 20,3821

2018 ......................................................................................................................................................................... 12,570 

2019 ......................................................................................................................................................................... 8,455 

2020 ......................................................................................................................................................................... 5,328 

2021 and future years ............................................................................................................................................. 4,690 

1 Excludes outlays from prior-year budget authority. 

ASSISTANCE TO STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

Pursuant to clause 3(c)(2) of rule XIII and section 308(a)(1)(C) of 

the Congressional Budget Act of 1974, the Congressional Budget 

Office has provided the following estimates of new budget authority 

and outlays provided by the accompanying bill for financial assistance to State and local governments. 

Budget 

authority Outlays 

Financial assistance to State and local governments ................................................................... 0 01

1 Excludes outlays from prior-year budget authority. 

PROGRAM DUPLICATION

No provision of this bill establishes or reauthorizes a program of 

the Federal Government known to be duplicative of another Federal program, a program that was included in any report from the 

Government Accountability Office to Congress pursuant to section 

21 of Public Law 111–139, or a program related to a program identified in the most recent Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance. 

DIRECTED RULEMAKING

The bill does not direct any rule making. 


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COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF NEW BUDGET (OBLIGATIONAL) 

AUTHORITY

The following table provides a detailed summary, for each department and agency, comparing the amounts recommended in the 

bill with fiscal year 2016 enacted amounts and budget estimates 

presented for fiscal year 2017: 


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MINORITY VIEWS 

The Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs appropriations bill provides resources that promote stability, 

peace, and economic prosperity while improving the lives of the 

most vulnerable and providing lifesaving treatment and assistance 

to millions throughout the world. The investments under the jurisdiction of this subcommittee are the best means to ensure that our 

nation does not have to pursue more costly military solutions. 

The allocation provides $37,185,000,000 in core funding and 

$14,895,000,000 in Overseas Contingency Operations (OCO) funding for a total of $52,080,000,000. The bill’s allocation is 

$691,443,000 below the President’s combined core and OCO request 

of $52,771,443,000 and $595,000,000 below the FY 2016 enacted 

level. While the allocation is below what is needed, the Chair made 

efforts to address the concerns of the minority, and I greatly appreciate her courtesy throughout the committee process. 

With unprecedented levels of human suffering and so many diverse challenges throughout the world, the bill rightfully continues 

strong levels of funding for our allies, builds stability and security, 

and invests in human rights, democracy promotion, education and 

global health programs, including vital investments in nutrition, 

maternal and child health, and programs to combat tuberculosis, 

malaria, and GAVI. Additionally, the bill provides the President’s 

request for HIV/AIDS funding through PEPFAR and includes 

$1,350,000,000 for the Global Fund. 

The Chairwoman’s inclusion of $410,000,000 for the Peace Corps 

will help its volunteers continue to impact countless lives in the developing world while furthering our public diplomacy efforts. Just 

as important, the bill also provides $800,000,000 for basic education programs, which foster healthy, democratic societies, which 

is the linchpin to all our international goals and initiatives. The 

bill also includes a $75,000,000 contribution to the Global Partnership for Education, which will help leverage additional resources 

for education and ensure the greatest possible impact from U.S. tax 

dollars. I also appreciate the Chair providing $400,000,000 for 

clean water and basic sanitation; this assistance is fundamental to 

the health and economic well-being of families throughout the 

world. 

The State and Foreign Operations bill also confronts many other 

diverse challenges, including combating international terrorism, 

advancing peacekeeping efforts, disease control and mitigation activities, humanitarian and refugee response, export assistance, and 

international narcotics control, all of which require robust American leadership. 

Yet, these sensible investments are undermined by cuts that do 

not maximize taxpayer resources to the fullest extent and are encumbered with measures that ultimately hinder our shared goals. 


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For example, the bill provides no funding for Green Climate Fund 

to address global climate change and continues efforts to override 

restrictions on the financing of coal-fired power plants abroad. 

Moreover, the short-sighted policy of cutting resources to International Organizations in effect makes our programs less effective 

and more costly. The Republican leadership of the House continues 

to saddle this bill with divisive policy riders such as the reinstitution of the Global Gag Rule, the prohibition of U.S. contributions 

to UNFPA, the politicization of global health programs, and failure 

to raise the cap assessments for UN Peacekeeping. 

These policies weaken our ability to build stronger, more stable 

communities and trade partners around the world. In an environment of constrained budgetary resources, the Congress should support—not abandon—those institutions that leverage our taxpayer 

dollars and stretch them much farther. If we turn our back on 

these institutions, we only limit our own impact and effectiveness. 

Attacks on family planning, the environment, and multilateral institutions are counterproductive to expanding our reach and enhancing the value of scarce tax dollars. 

Worse yet, the bill contains a new limitation on refugee assistance. While the cap in the bill does not shut down the refugee resettlement program, it closes the door to some of the most vulnerable people who face persecution and are seeking freedom and liberty for themselves and their families. The Refugee Admissions 

Program must stay true to its mandate to resettle the most vulnerable individuals from all religions, ethnicities and background. 

Capping the resettlement program is the camel’s nose under the 

tent that will only lead to disqualifying refugees from protection 

based on their nationality or religion. The intensive vetting systems currently in place allow for the responsible admission of 

mothers, children, and other victims of war, strife and the scourge 

of radical extremism, while protecting the American people and 

maintaining our unwavering compassion. 

Additionally, the bill does not contain dedicated funding for response to the deadly Zika virus. As Ranking Member and someone 

who has spent 22 years working to improve foreign assistance, I 

continue to argue that the best way to avoid having to appropriate 

emergency funds is to invest in the capacity to detect and respond 

to events, diseases or epidemics in their countries of origin before 

they reach our shores. At the same time we must be careful that 

such investments do not come at the expense of other development 

priorities. While I support the inclusion of $200,000,000 for global 

health security efforts to address health threats as they emerge, 

combined with the lower allocation, this new priority comes at the 

expense of other vital activities. 

I oppose the bill’s inclusion of the Global Gag Rule (Mexico City 

Policy), the prohibition on funding for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the prohibition on funding for the Green Climate Fund, the capping on bilateral family planning and reproductive health programs at $461,000,000, and the limitation on refugee resettlement assistance. During the committee process, I offered an amendment which would have restored funding for the 

vital international organizations of the IO&P account to last year’s 

level; removed the Global Gag Rule and the prohibition on funding 


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of UNFPA, replacing it with language on UNFPA that was carried 

in the FY 2016 Act; striking the cap on refugee admissions; restoring the IO&P account; striking the Green Climate Fund prohibition; striking the Cuba diplomatic restrictions; striking the GITMO 

reporting requirement; and striking the ‘‘coal’’ restrictions. The 

amendment would have taken the bill back to current law and 

would not have changed any of the current provisions in law that 

restrict the use of family planning funds. I am very disappointed 

that this amendment failed on a party-line vote of 20 to 29. 

I am similarly disappointed that the Committee rejected, on a 

party-line basis, amendments by Representative Tim Ryan on 

UNFPA contraceptive commodities and contraceptive services for 

Zika affected countries; Representative Barbara Lee on international peacekeeping and removing UN Peacekeeping assessment 

cap; Representative Betty McCollum on restoring funding for the 

Green Climate Fund; and Representative Rosa DeLauro on restoring funding for UNFPA activities. 

While this bill continues many important diplomatic and development programs that build stronger and more stable communities 

around the world, the inclusion of ‘‘poison pill’’ riders ultimately endangers our efforts and our strategic goals. These riders are shortsighted, and I hope my Republican colleagues will reconsider these 

positions as we continue the appropriations process. 

I look forward to working cooperatively with Chairwoman 

Granger and the full committee membership to improve the bill. 

NITA M. LOWEY. 

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