House Bill 1096
117th Congress(2021-2022)
Represent America Abroad Act of 2021
Introduced
Introduced in House on Feb 18, 2021
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
1096
Congress
117
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
Represent America Abroad Act of 2021
This bill requires the Department of State to establish the Represent America Mid-Career Foreign Service Entry Program to increase diversity in the Foreign Service by recruiting mid-career professionals who are from minority groups.
As part of the program, the State Department shall (1) establish and publish eligibility criteria for participation; (2) carry out recruitment efforts to attract highly qualified, mid-career professionals from minority groups; and (3) include appropriate mentorship and other career development opportunities for program participants.
The State Department must submit an annual report on the status of the program.
February 18, 2021
05/19/2021
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
05/19/2021
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
02/18/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
02/18/2021
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Mar 8, 2023 7:58:36 PM