HR 8912 · 116th Congress · International Affairs

Diversity and Inclusion at the Department of State Act

Introduced 2020-12-09· Sponsored by Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.(2020-12-09)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] 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.…

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Cosponsors (10)

10 Democrats