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Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022
12/30/2022, 4:33 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6841
Bill 117 HR 6841, also known as the Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022, aims to address the underrepresentation of minorities in the field of aviation by providing funding and support for educational programs targeted towards minority students. The bill recognizes the importance of diversity in the aviation industry and seeks to increase opportunities for minority individuals to pursue careers in aviation.
Specifically, the bill allocates funding for scholarships, mentorship programs, and outreach initiatives that are designed to encourage minority students to pursue education and training in aviation-related fields. Additionally, the bill establishes partnerships between educational institutions, industry stakeholders, and government agencies to create pathways for minority students to enter and succeed in the aviation industry.
The Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022 also includes provisions for data collection and reporting to track the progress of these initiatives and ensure accountability in achieving the goals of increasing diversity in the aviation workforce. By supporting educational opportunities for minority students and promoting diversity in the aviation industry, this bill aims to create a more inclusive and representative workforce that reflects the diversity of the United States.
Specifically, the bill allocates funding for scholarships, mentorship programs, and outreach initiatives that are designed to encourage minority students to pursue education and training in aviation-related fields. Additionally, the bill establishes partnerships between educational institutions, industry stakeholders, and government agencies to create pathways for minority students to enter and succeed in the aviation industry.
The Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022 also includes provisions for data collection and reporting to track the progress of these initiatives and ensure accountability in achieving the goals of increasing diversity in the aviation workforce. By supporting educational opportunities for minority students and promoting diversity in the aviation industry, this bill aims to create a more inclusive and representative workforce that reflects the diversity of the United States.
Congressional Summary of HR 6841
Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022
This bill establishes grants for increasing the exposure of students who are underrepresented in aviation to that industry. The Department of Transportation must award the grants to state and local governments or educational agencies.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6841
Bill HR 6841 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 25, 2022. Bill HR 6841 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 25, 2022. Bill HR 6841's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. as of February 28, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6841
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
70Democrat Cosponsors
70Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6841
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6841
Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022
Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2022
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to improve the preparation and representation of certain students in aviation-related fields, and for other purposes.
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