Diversity and Inclusion Transparency in the Defense Industrial Base Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 7444 Diversity and Inclusion Transparency in the Defense Industrial Base Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 11:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7444

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.

Congressional Summary of HR 7444

Diversity and Inclusion Transparency in the Defense Industrial Base Act

This bill provides that the Department of Defense (DOD) must require each contractor who is awarded a major contract to submit a report on diversity and inclusion by the last day of each full fiscal year during the period of the contract. In relation to a major defense acquisition program, a major contract means each of the six largest prime, associate, or government-furnished equipment contracts that is in excess of $40 million and that is not a firm, fixed-price contract.

DOD must annually submit to Congress a report summarizing the diversity and inclusion reports. Such reports must be made publicly available on a DOD website.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7444

Bill HR 7444 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 7, 2022. Bill HR 7444 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 7, 2022. Bill HR 7444's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of April 7, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7444

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7444

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Business records

- Congressional oversight

- Corporate finance and management

- Employee hiring

- Government information and archives

- Military procurement, research, weapons development

- Minority employment

- Public contracts and procurement

- Women's employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7444

Diversity and Inclusion Transparency in the Defense Industrial Base Act

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for diversity and inclusion reporting requirements for certain Department of Defense contractors, and for other purposes.