; Whereas 91 percent of host camps believe their organization would be negatively impacted by the absence of international Camp Counselors; Whereas 78 percent of host camps indicated that camp services and activities would be reduced in the absence of international Camp Counselors; Whereas while the number of BridgeUSA participants decreased dramatically in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic and travel restrictions, participation levels are rapidly increasing back to prepandemic numbers to meet significant demand for the programs; Whereas BridgeUSA work-based public diplomacy programs typically contribute over half a billion dollars to the United States economy annually; and Whereas Congress supports the Department of State’s ongoing commitment to protect the health, safety, and welfare of students and exchange visitors, and continued attention to strengthening cultural exchange and the experience of all participants: Now, therefore, be it