Diversity and Inclusion Transparency in the Defense Industrial Base Act

Bill 117 hr 7444, also known as the Diversity and Inclusion Transparency in the Defense Industrial Base Act, aims to promote diversity and inclusion within the defense industry. The bill requires defense contractors to report on the demographic makeup of their workforce, including information on race, gender, and ethnicity. This data will be used to assess the level of diversity and inclusion within the defense industrial base.

The bill also requires defense contractors to develop and implement diversity and inclusion plans, which must be submitted to the Department of Defense for review. These plans should outline specific goals and strategies for increasing diversity and inclusion within the workforce.

Additionally, the bill establishes a Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Council within the Department of Defense, which will be responsible for providing guidance and recommendations on how to improve diversity and inclusion within the defense industry. Overall, the Diversity and Inclusion Transparency in the Defense Industrial Base Act seeks to hold defense contractors accountable for promoting diversity and inclusion within their organizations, with the ultimate goal of creating a more inclusive and representative workforce within the defense industry.