§ 601.17 - Office of Congressional Affairs (CA).

The Office of Congressional Affairs (CA) is responsible for the legislative and policy implications of all arms control, nonproliferation and disarmament proposals. This includes responsibility for Congressional liaison, coordination and representation. These activities include preparation for and attendance at Congressional briefings, consultations and hearings, including the Agency's biannual authorization request and annual appropriation request. The Office also assists in the preparation for visits by Members of Congress to our negotiating fora and is responsible for all Congressional inquiries. The status of proposed and existing arms control agreements, and the inter- and intra-agency coordination of arms control, nonproliferation, and disarmament congressional matters are also included in the liaison activity. Communication between the Agency and Congressional committees, Members and their staffs, formal and informal, are designed to keep Congress informed of our arms control, nonproliferation, and disarmament efforts. This process includes obtaining insights by CA for suggestions and initiatives within ACDA.