Foreign Service Act of 1980

The Foreign Service Act of 1980 is a law that reorganized and modernized the U.S. Foreign Service, which is the diplomatic staff representing the U.S. abroad. It established the framework for hiring, promoting, and managing diplomats, aiming to improve efficiency, accountability, and professionalism within the diplomatic service. The Act also created new standards for training and career development, ensuring that U.S. diplomats are well-prepared to manage international relations effectively. Overall, it was designed to strengthen the functioning of U.S. diplomacy to better serve national interests worldwide.