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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a)Designation
The Secretary of State shall designate a Special Coordinator--
(1) to coordinate the United States Government response to international water resource disputes and needs;
(2) to represent the United States Government, whenever appropriate, in multilateral fora in discussions concerning access to fresh water; and
(3) to formulate United States policy to assist in the resolution of international problems posed by the lack of fresh water supplies.
(b)Other responsibilities
The individual designated under subsection (a) may carry out the functions of subsection (a) in addition to other assigned responsibilities.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - 22 U.S.C. § 2686a - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 22. Foreign Relations and Intercourse § 2686a. Appointment of Special Coordinator for water policy negotiations and water resources policy - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-22-foreign-relations-and-intercourse/22-usc-sect-2686a/
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