Sec. 5118. Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs
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Section 1(c) of the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 ( 22 U.S.C. 2651a(c) ), as amended by section 5113 , is further amended by inserting after paragraph
(5)the following: There shall be in the Department of State an Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs who shall be responsible to the Secretary of State, acting through the Under Secretary for Management, for matters relating to consular affairs, including, as appropriate, leading the coordination of programs carried out by Federal departments and agencies overseas, and such other related duties as the Secretary may from time to time designate. The Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs shall maintain continuous observation and coordination of all matters pertaining to consular functions in the conduct of foreign policy, including, as appropriate— formulating and implementing policy relating to immigration, provision of consular services, and determination of United States citizenship; developing, revising, implementing, and directing policies, procedures, and regulations, including— the adjudication and issuance of passports, visas, and related services; the protection and welfare of United States citizens and interests abroad; the provision of consular services by third countries in the absence of a United States consular presence; and the determination of United States citizenship or nationality; providing guidance and recommendations on related consular issues to Department principals and United States embassies and consulates; ensuring responsive and efficient provision of consular services in the United States and overseas; overseeing and directing the Passport Office and Visa Office; and maintaining the security of official consular documentation, in collaboration with the Bureau of Diplomatic Security. .
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Sec. 5118
Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs
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