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American Volunteering Corporation Act

12/15/2023, 4:02 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5680

Bill 118 hr 5680, also known as the American Volunteering Corporation Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a new government agency called the American Volunteering Corporation (AVC). The AVC would be responsible for promoting and coordinating volunteer efforts across the country.

The bill outlines the structure and functions of the AVC, including the appointment of a board of directors and the establishment of regional offices to oversee volunteer programs. The AVC would work with existing volunteer organizations, such as AmeriCorps and the Peace Corps, to expand and enhance volunteer opportunities for Americans of all ages.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for funding the AVC through a combination of federal appropriations and private donations. The goal of the bill is to increase volunteerism in the United States and provide support for individuals and communities in need. Overall, the American Volunteering Corporation Act aims to strengthen the culture of service and civic engagement in the United States by creating a new government agency dedicated to promoting and coordinating volunteer efforts.

Congressional Summary of HR 5680

American Volunteering Corporation Act

This bill establishes an independent executive branch agency to be known as the American Volunteering Corporation. The bill also transfers to the corporation the operations of the Peace Corps and AmeriCorps, including the duties, assets, and obligations belonging to such programs.

Current Status of Bill HR 5680

Bill HR 5680 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 22, 2023. Bill HR 5680 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 22, 2023.  Bill HR 5680's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of September 22, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5680

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5680

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

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