The Secretary of State is the principal Congressional Relations Officer of the Department and the Bureau of Legislative Affairs supports the Secretary by ensuring that the administration’s   foreign policy  priorities are reflected throughout the legislative process. Legislative Affairs coordinates the Secretary’s annual testimony on Department priorities and budget requirements to Congressional committees with jurisdiction over State programs. The bureau provides appropriate information and support for passage of relevant   foreign policy  legislation and appropriations, obtaining advice and consent to treaties, and confirmation of the President’s Departmental and Ambassadorial nominees by the Senate. 

How does the U.S. Department of State engage with other countries?