What does Preamble of Esther Coopersmith Award Act do?

This bill establishes the Esther Coopersmith Award within the Department of State. The award is intended to recognize a distinguished diplomat who advances sustainable peace and security.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Esther Coopersmith Award Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Esther Coopersmith Award Act.

What does FINDINGS. of Esther Coopersmith Award Act do?

This section outlines findings related to women, peace, and security. It notes that an estimated 676 million women and girls lived near conflict zones in 2024. The text emphasizes the importance of women's participation in conflict prevention and resolution for inclusive societies and long-term stability. It references the Women, Peace, and Security Act of 2017 and the Women's Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment Act, both signed by President Trump. President Biden released a United States Strategy and National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security in October 2023. Executive Order 13595 established a government-wide effort to promote women's participation in conflict-related processes. The section highlights the contributions of the late diplomat Esther Coopersmith to U.S. peace and security efforts.

What does ALIGNMENT OF AWARD RECOGNIZING UNITED STATES DIPLOMATIC EFFORTS of Esther Coopersmith Award Act do?

This section amends Section 614 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980. The amendment inserts 'and the rights of women and girls' after 'freedom of religion' within Section 614.

What does ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ESTHER COOPERSMITH AWARD FOR ADVANCING of Esther Coopersmith Award Act do?

This section establishes the Esther Coopersmith Award for individuals or groups within the Civil Service or Foreign Service. The award recognizes contributions to advancing the purposes of the Women, Peace, and Security Act of 2017 and the Women's Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment Act 2018. Recipients must have made meaningful contributions to sustainably prevent, mitigate, or resolve conflict, violence, or instability. The award includes one honorable mention recipient annually, who will also meet with the Secretary of State. Recognized efforts include integrating women's perspectives into conflict prevention, encouraging partner governments to improve women's participation in peace processes, and promoting women's safety and economic security. The Office of Global Women's Issues will administer the award, with input from an award review panel. Recipients will receive support for official travel to a major global security conference.

What does MANDATORY TRAINING. of Esther Coopersmith Award Act do?

This section mandates training presentations by award recipients and honorable mentions. These presentations must be made to the Chiefs of Mission Conference. Award recipients and honorable mentions must also present to at least one entry-level training course for incoming Foreign Service officers, such as the A-100 class.

What does REPORT. of Esther Coopersmith Award Act do?

This section mandates a report from the Secretary of State to the Senate and House Foreign Relations Committees. The report must be submitted within 90 days of recipient selection under section 4. The report's focus is on the efforts of recipients to promote women's roles in peace and security. The report must describe U.S. interests in resolving the conflict addressed by the recipients. It must detail the recipients' actions and outcomes, including involvement of various stakeholders. The report should assess areas for further action and lessons learned. Finally, it should identify steps for the Department of State to continue the recipient's work.

What does SUNSET. of Esther Coopersmith Award Act do?

This Act, including the amendment it makes, will expire. The Act's effects will end 5 years after its enactment.

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Esther Coopersmith Award Act

Last updated: 6/16/2026 · Introduced: 6/16/2026

Author: Timothy Kaine (D-VA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes the Esther Coopersmith Award to recognize U.S. diplomats and civil servants who significantly advance sustainable peace and security, particularly by promoting the rights of women and girls.
The bill requires the State Department to administer the Esther Coopersmith Award, which recognizes efforts to prevent or resolve conflict by integrating women's perspectives and promoting their safety and economic security.
Award recipients and honorable mentions are mandated to deliver training presentations to Foreign Service officers and the Chiefs of Mission Conference, sharing their experiences and lessons learned.

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