H.R. 1096 · 117th Congress
Represent America Abroad Act of 2021
- Stage
- Reported from committee
- Sponsor
- Karen Bass
- Introduced
- 2021-02-18
- Latest action
- 2021-05-19 · Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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.