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US HB784
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Sydney Kamlager-Dove
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AI Summary
- Establishes the Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement within the Department of State, consisting of up to 12 members appointed by the Secretary of State for 2-year terms without compensation
- Members must represent both African American and African immigrant communities, drawn from government, sports, creative industries, business, academia, social work, and faith-based activities
- Council advises the President through the Secretary of State on strengthening U.S. government connections with the African diaspora, including strategies for equity, educational exchanges, trade initiatives like Prosper Africa, and support for the UN Permanent Forum on People of African Descent
- Secretary of State must consult with Senate Foreign Relations and House Foreign Affairs committees when selecting members, and the Council must brief these committees after each quarterly plenary session
- Funding and administrative support comes from existing Department of State appropriations
Legislative Description
African Diaspora Council Act
International affairs
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
1/28/2025
Committee Referrals
Foreign Affairs1/28/2025
Full Bill Text
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