Bill Sponsor
House Bill 1135
117th Congress(2021-2022)
LITE Act
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in House on Feb 18, 2021
Overview
Text
Introduced
Feb 18, 2021
Latest Action
May 19, 2021
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
The primary form of legislative measure used to propose law. Depending on the chamber of origin, bills begin with a designation of either H.R. or S. Joint resolution is another form of legislative measure used to propose law.
Bill Number
1135
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.
Sponsorship by Party
House Votes (0)
Senate Votes (0)
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary

Leadership Institute for Transatlantic Engagement Act or the LITE Act

This bill establishes the Leadership Institute for Transatlantic Engagement to develop a diverse community of transatlantic leaders who are committed to democratic institutions.

The institute shall award grants and develop programs, activities, and services that it considers appropriate for entities and individuals in the United States and abroad to (1) provide training and professional development opportunities for diverse leaders on democratic governance and international affairs, (2) enable international exchanges between leaders to increase understanding and knowledge of democratic models of governance, and (3) increase awareness of the importance of international public service careers in diverse communities.

Text (1)
February 18, 2021
Actions (5)
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
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E144)
02/18/2021
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Mar 8, 2023 7:58:36 PM