HB6054: Represent America Abroad Act of 2023
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
Here is how to read this bill
Start with the summary
It says what the bill does in plain language. The official text is one tab over.
Check where it is
The status badge says how far it has gotten. The History tab lists every step.
Follow it
We will email you when it moves. You need a free account.
Tell someone who votes on it
Email or call the sponsor, or find your own representatives, from the actions panel.
Bill information
Summary
To ensure that the United States diplomatic workforce at all levels reflects the diverse composition of the United States, and for other purposes.
Plain-language summary
The Represent America Abroad Act of 2023 aims to make the U.S. diplomatic workforce more diverse at all levels. The State Department and other agencies that conduct diplomacy would work to ensure their staff reflects the racial, ethnic, and other backgrounds of Americans. The bill was introduced in the House and is currently awaiting review. It affects how the federal government recruits, hires, and promotes diplomats and foreign service officers.
AI-generated summary
What can I do?
It's early in the process — messages to the sponsor and your representatives carry the most weight right now.
Contact Your Representatives
Calling or emailing is the most direct way to weigh in — offices tally constituent contacts.
Find Your RepresentativesShare This Bill
Sharing helps others in your district get informed and involved.
HB6054: Represent America Abroad Act of 2023
Upcoming hearings & events
Sponsors
Sydney Kamlager-Dove
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (35)
Ted Lieu
Ritchie Torres
Joaquin Castro
Andy Kim
Gerald Connolly