That is the basic thrust of it. I am not sure the economic counselor is the right example because I don't think that is covered right now. But currently, as I understand it, you couldn't become a chief of mission or deputy chief of mission.
Discussing qualifications for diplomatic positions.
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This bill takes important steps to support the ongoing restoration of the Chesapeake Bay by reauthorizing NOAA's Chesapeake Bay Office and authorizing the agency's long-running Bay Watershed Education and Training, or B-WET Grant program.
Congress gave EPA this role more than 50 years ago under the Clean Air Act and reaffirmed that responsibility in 2005 under the Energy Policy Act.
I hope that today's hearing is the first step in continuing that legacy of strong bipartisan support for the Chesapeake Bay in this Congress.
It's a national environmental treasure. It's a regional economic engine. It's been one of my top priorities since I've come to Congress.
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