A bill to establish an Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs.

S 1000 creates a new position for a U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs within the State Department. This official, appointed by the President with Senate approval, will coordinate U.S. foreign policy across Arctic-related issues including national security, environmental protection, indigenous engagement, resource management, and scientific research. The role will oversee efforts involving multiple federal agencies and work with Arctic Council nations (U.S., Canada, Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia). The bill defines the "Arctic region" to include northern U.S. territories, Arctic waters, and the Aleutian Chain, establishing this position to centralize U.S. policy coordination in the region.