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AFFIRM Act of 2024
10/3/2024, 1:38 AM
Summary of Bill S 5104
The AFFIRM Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 s 5104, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to affirmative action and diversity in the workplace.
The AFFIRM Act aims to promote diversity and inclusion in the workforce by requiring certain federal contractors to implement affirmative action plans. These plans would include goals and timetables for increasing the representation of women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities in their workforce.
Additionally, the bill would require federal contractors to report on their progress towards meeting these goals, as well as any challenges they may face in doing so. This reporting would be used to assess the effectiveness of the affirmative action plans and make any necessary adjustments. Overall, the AFFIRM Act of 2024 seeks to ensure that federal contractors are taking proactive steps to promote diversity and inclusion in their workplaces. By requiring affirmative action plans and reporting on progress, the bill aims to create a more equitable and representative workforce across the country.
The AFFIRM Act aims to promote diversity and inclusion in the workforce by requiring certain federal contractors to implement affirmative action plans. These plans would include goals and timetables for increasing the representation of women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities in their workforce.
Additionally, the bill would require federal contractors to report on their progress towards meeting these goals, as well as any challenges they may face in doing so. This reporting would be used to assess the effectiveness of the affirmative action plans and make any necessary adjustments. Overall, the AFFIRM Act of 2024 seeks to ensure that federal contractors are taking proactive steps to promote diversity and inclusion in their workplaces. By requiring affirmative action plans and reporting on progress, the bill aims to create a more equitable and representative workforce across the country.
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Current Status of Bill S 5104
Bill S 5104 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 19, 2024. Bill S 5104 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 19, 2024. Bill S 5104's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of September 19, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5104
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5104
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5104
AFFIRM Act of 2024
AFFIRM Act of 2024
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