HB5851: Youth, Peace, and Security Act of 2023
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To require the USAID Youth Coordinator, in their role as defined by the USAID Youth Policy, to coordinate cross-sectoral international development efforts related to youth, inclusive of youth, peace, and security, and for other purposes.
Plain-language summary
This bill requires USAID (the U.S. government's international development agency) to designate a Youth Coordinator who will oversee development projects focused on young people globally. The coordinator will work across different government sectors to align efforts on youth issues, including peace-building and security in regions affected by conflict. The bill affects USAID's organizational structure and how it manages youth-related international programs. It is currently in the introduction stage and has not yet been assigned to a for review.
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HB5851: Youth, Peace, and Security Act of 2023
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Sponsors
Grace Meng
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (19)
Brian Fitzpatrick
Dean Phillips
Michael Lawler
Sydney Kamlager-Dove
Maria Salazar