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Agency Bureau of Legislative Affairs Acronym Hierarchy Department of State. Docs Congressional Testimony; News Releases URL http://www.state.gov/www/policy_remarks/congressional_relations/ Notes Serves as the liaison between Congress and the Executive Branch on foreign policy matters. The Legislative Affairs Bureau is responsible for coordinating responses to Congress to ensure consistency in the State Department's communications. Additionally, it facilitates confirmation for ambassadors and other officers appointed by the President. Subjects FOREIGN RELATIONS LEGISLATION