State Department Revives Global Law Advisory Committee
Published Date: 1/13/2026
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Department of State is bringing back the Advisory Committee on Private International Law to help tackle important global legal issues. This group will meet at least once a year, and their advice will shape how the U.S. works with international organizations and other countries. If you’re involved in international law or diplomacy, this committee’s work could impact you, but there’s no new cost or deadline right now.
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Advisory Committee Re-established
The Department of State is re-establishing the Advisory Committee on Private International Law to give advice on important private international law issues and U.S. relations with international organizations and other countries. The committee will operate under the Federal Advisory Committee Act and is described as "necessary and in the public interest."
Public, At-Least-Annual Meetings
The committee is expected to meet at least once a year, and its meetings and subcommittee meetings will, unless otherwise stated, be open to the public and to interested agencies or organizations. If you follow international law or diplomacy issues, you may be able to attend or observe these meetings.
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