Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA)
American Decade of Sports Act
A Democratic bill with 14 Republican cosponsors · See all 31 cosponsors
Last activity — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 46 - 3.
Introduced, nothing more yet
Formally proposed, and not yet handed to a committee.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
What this bill would do
The "American Decade of Sports Act" seeks to create a sports diplomacy strategy to leverage major sporting events hosted in the United States through 2034. This strategy aims to improve U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership. The Department of State must submit a 5-year strategy and subsequent updates to Congressional committees. It also requires renaming a division to the "Office of Sports Diplomacy" to manage these efforts. The plan includes coordinating with local host cities, the sports industry, and various stakeholders. Finally, it mandates specific visa processing improvements for international visitors and staff.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +5
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
The bill aims to enhance United States soft power and diplomatic relationships through sports diplomacy.
- Scored +4
Would immigrants be better off under this?
The bill mandates an expeditious and secure visa process for athletes and international visitors.
- Scored +3
Would business owners be better off under this?
The bill aims to deepen economic and commercial ties through international sports partnerships.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Travel Access: The bill calls for an "expeditious and secure visa process" for athletes, their families, support staff, and eligible international visitors, which includes reducing wait times (Section 2(b)(4)).
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Community Engagement: The strategy involves partnering with local host cities, diaspora communities, and various stakeholders to showcase national strengths and forge new connections (Section 2(b)(2)).
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Economic and Commercial Ties: The Office of Sports Diplomacy is tasked with collaborating with host cities' international trade and tourism offices to deepen economic and commercial ties with foreign nations (Section 3(a)(5)).
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Cultural Promotion: There is a plan to elevate American arts, film, and music creators to promote cultural exchange and connection with foreign visitors (Section 3(a)(6)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Resource Requirements: The bill requires the Department of State to provide a description of the "financial and personnel support" needed to implement the strategy (Section 2(b)(5)).
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Staffing Mandates: The Secretary of State must assign at least three additional full-time equivalent staff members to the newly established Office of Sports Diplomacy through December 31, 2034 (Section 3(b)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would immigrants be better off under this? — The bill mandates an expeditious and secure visa process for athletes and international visitors. Would business owners be better off under this? — The bill aims to deepen economic and commercial ties through international sports partnerships. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The bill specifically mentions engaging with diaspora communities to forge new connections.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The bill aims to enhance United States soft power and diplomatic relationships through sports diplomacy. Does this make trade with other countries easier? — The strategy includes leveraging sports to advance commercial diplomacy and economic ties with foreign nations.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The bill encourages collaboration with host cities' international trade and tourism offices to deepen economic ties.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires the Department of State to make its sports diplomacy strategy and progress reports publicly available.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? — The bill focuses on facilitating movement through improved visa processes rather than changing citizenship paths.
- 12/15/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/3/2025
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 46 - 3.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 10/3/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/8/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/4/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 9/2/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/22/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 23 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Gabe AmoDemocrat · Rhode Island
Don BaconRepublican · Nebraska
Michael BaumgartnerRepublican · Washington
Kathy CastorDemocrat · Florida
Joaquin CastroDemocrat · Texas
Earl CarterRepublican · Georgia
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormickDemocrat · Florida
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Bill HuizengaRepublican · Michigan
Henry JohnsonDemocrat · Georgia
Jonathan JacksonDemocrat · Illinois
Julie JohnsonDemocrat · Texas
William KeatingDemocrat · Massachusetts
Young KimRepublican · California
Thomas KeanRepublican · New Jersey
Kimberlyn King-HindsRepublican · Northern Mariana Islands
Ted LieuDemocrat · California
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
George LatimerDemocrat · New York
Gregory MeeksDemocrat · New York
Michael McCaulRepublican · Texas
Richard McCormickRepublican · Georgia
James MoylanRepublican · Guam
Sarah McBrideDemocrat · Delaware
Aumua Amata RadewagenRepublican · American Samoa
Maria SalazarRepublican · Florida
Brad ShermanDemocrat · California
Greg StantonDemocrat · Arizona
Suhas SubramanyamDemocrat · Virginia
Dina TitusDemocrat · Nevada
Nikema WilliamsDemocrat · Georgia