Summary and Highlights: International Affairs Function 150. Fiscal Year 2009 Budget Request (Department of State)

摘要

The FY 2009 International Affairs budget represents a concerted effort to strengthen U.S. global engagement toward these ends. It reflects the critical role of the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development in implementing the National Security Strategy and significantly strengthens the core programming, policy, and management capabilities of International Affairs agencies. The FY 2009 budget request for International Affairs (Function 150) totals $39.5 billion, an increase of 16 percent over the FY 2008 enacted base. This request is 8.5 percent over the total FY 2008 enacted, including emergency funding. It includes programs administered by a number of Federal departments, agencies, and foundations. Four Appropriations Subcommittees share jurisdiction over its accounts. This Summary and Highlights document is keyed to the appropriations contained in the legislation of these Subcommittees.