Strengthening the Quad Act

# Strengthening the Quad Act Summary **What the Bill Does** The Strengthening the Quad Act directs the U.S. State Department to work more closely with Japan, Australia, and India—a partnership known as the Quad—on shared interests and goals. The bill requires the State Department to develop and report to Congress a comprehensive strategy outlining how the U.S. can strengthen cooperation with these three countries in areas like economic growth, technology, energy innovation, and supply chain resilience. The report must also identify what new authorities and resources the government needs to expand and improve these partnerships. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** This bill primarily affects U.S.

foreign policy and diplomatic efforts in the Indo-Pacific region. It focuses on deepening relationships with key allies to address shared challenges, including climate change, energy security, and technology development. The legislation requires the State Department to assess current and past Quad initiatives and recommend to Congress specific ways to remove obstacles to cooperation and expand these efforts. The bill essentially asks the State Department to take stock of the partnership and create a roadmap for the future. **Current Status** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is a bipartisan effort to increase U.S. engagement in the Indo-Pacific through strengthened partnerships with Japan, Australia, and India.