To establish the Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States, and for other purposes.

1/29/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Bill 119 HR 784, also known as the Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement Act, aims to establish an advisory council that will focus on engaging with the African diaspora community in the United States. The bill outlines the purpose of the council, which includes promoting economic, social, and political empowerment of individuals of African descent living in the US.

The council will consist of 15 members appointed by the President, with expertise in areas such as business, academia, and community organizing. The members will serve for a term of three years and will meet regularly to discuss issues affecting the African diaspora community.

The bill also outlines the duties of the council, which include advising the President and Congress on policies and programs that impact the African diaspora community, as well as promoting cultural exchange and collaboration between the US and African countries. Overall, the Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement Act seeks to create a platform for dialogue and collaboration between the US government and the African diaspora community, with the goal of fostering greater understanding and cooperation between the two groups.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 784

Introduced on
2025-01-28

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Bill 119 HR 784, also known as the Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement Act, aims to establish an advisory council that will focus on engaging with the African diaspora community in the United States. The bill outlines the purpose of the council, which includes promoting economic, social, and political empowerment of individuals of African descent living in the US.

The council will consist of 15 members appointed by the President, with expertise in areas such as business, academia, and community organizing. The members will serve for a term of three years and will meet regularly to discuss issues affecting the African diaspora community.

The bill also outlines the duties of the council, which include advising the President and Congress on policies and programs that impact the African diaspora community, as well as promoting cultural exchange and collaboration between the US and African countries. Overall, the Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement Act seeks to create a platform for dialogue and collaboration between the US government and the African diaspora community, with the goal of fostering greater understanding and cooperation between the two groups.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo establish the Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Athena Hsu
@brazilian_pepper_blueberry_naan42265
I don't think this bill is a good idea. It seems like a waste of taxpayer money to establish this council when there are already existing resources for engaging with the African diaspora. I'm concerned about how this will impact our budget and if it ...

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Latest Action1/28/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.