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Federal Reserve Racial and Economic Equity Act

3/13/2024, 2:52 AM

Summary of Bill S 2257

Bill 118 s 2257, also known as the Federal Reserve Racial and Economic Equity Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address racial and economic disparities within the Federal Reserve System.

The bill aims to promote diversity and inclusion within the Federal Reserve by requiring the Board of Governors to establish an Office of Racial and Economic Equity. This office would be responsible for conducting research and analysis on the impact of Federal Reserve policies on racial and economic disparities, as well as developing strategies to address these disparities.

Additionally, the bill requires the Federal Reserve to report annually to Congress on its efforts to promote racial and economic equity, including data on the diversity of its workforce and the impact of its policies on marginalized communities. Overall, the Federal Reserve Racial and Economic Equity Act seeks to ensure that the Federal Reserve is actively working to address racial and economic disparities in its policies and practices.

Congressional Summary of S 2257

Federal Reserve Racial and Economic Equity Act

This bill requires the Federal Reserve Board to carry out its duties in a manner that supports the elimination of racial and ethnic disparities in employment, income, wealth, and access to affordable credit. The board must report on disparities in labor force trends as well as on plans and activities of the board to minimize and eliminate these disparities.

Current Status of Bill S 2257

Bill S 2257 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 12, 2023. Bill S 2257 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 12, 2023.  Bill S 2257's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of July 12, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2257

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
18
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2257

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2257

Federal Reserve Racial and Economic Equity Act
Federal Reserve Racial and Economic Equity Act
A bill to amend the Federal Reserve Act to add additional demographic reporting requirements, to modify the goals of the Federal Reserve System, and for other purposes.

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