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About the State Department 

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- U.S. Agency for International Development

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Highlights
The State Department issued a report to its employees on the major accomplishments in the management area over the past 3-1/2 years. Every Cabinet department and major agency released a similar report, and the Office of Management and Budget published a government-wide report.

No new tour reservations are being accepted at this time. If you have already reserved space on a tour, please note that tours may be canceled at any time. Please check with the tour office information line (202-647-3241) for the latest information on the status of tours at the Department.

Diversity at the State Department: The State Department is the the lead U.S. foreign affairs agency. We hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, and student employees to work at our offices in the United States and at nearly 265 posts abroad. To learn more, read some employee profiles and visit the careers page.

Learn about the U.S. State Department's senior officials and read their remarks.

This painting, along with other objects, is just one of the historical items found in the State Department Diplomatic Reception Rooms.Becoming a Nation: Americana From the Diplomatic Reception Rooms, a unique exhibition, is touring the country. Take a sneak peek at some of the items that are on exhibit.

  
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