The Conflict Prevention Act would establish a new Center for Conflict Analysis, Planning, and Prevention within the State Department to help the U.S. government better understand and prevent violent conflicts worldwide. The center would be led by a Director who reports to the Under Secretary for Political Affairs and would employ up to 20 full-time staff members, including experts who can be temporarily deployed to embassies in conflict zones or at-risk regions. The center's primary responsibilities include developing analytical tools to forecast conflict hotspots, supporting peace negotiations and mediation efforts, advising regional bureaus on conflict prevention strategies, and training Foreign Service officers in conflict prevention and mediation skills. The bill does not specify funding amounts or implementation timelines but emphasizes that this centralized hub would help U.S. diplomats and policymakers make more informed decisions about preventing conflicts and advancing American national security interests. The legislation was introduced on January 14, 2026, by Representatives Jacobs and McCaul and referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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