House Bill 8912
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Diversity and Inclusion at the Department of State Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Dec 9, 2020
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
8912
Congress
116
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Diversity and Inclusion at the Department of State Act
This bill establishes the role of Chief Diversity Officer in the Department of State, modifies promotion, training, and mentorship at the State Department, and authorizes the submission of gap memos prior to a performance evaluation. A gap memo is a written record indicating and explaining an employment gap that is due to personal circumstances.
December 9, 2020
12/09/2020
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
12/09/2020
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:44:01 PM