Search Results: keywords:"african affairs"

  • H. RES. 1396 — Recognizing a half century of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde and celebrating the contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans to democracy in Cabo Verde and the United States.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:359

    H. RES. 1396 recognizes the 50th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde from Portugal and celebrates the contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans to democracy in both Cabo Verde and the United States. The resolution highlights the shared history and ties...

    Simple Explanation

    H. RES. 1396 is like a birthday card from the U.S. to Cabo Verde, saying "Happy 50th Birthday" to them for becoming their own country, and it also gives a big thanks to people from Cabo Verde who have helped both countries be better places.

  • H. R. 8362 — To direct the Secretary of State to host regular U.S.-Africa Leaders Summits, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:441

    H.R. 8362 directs the Secretary of State to organize U.S.-Africa Leaders Summits every four years or more often if needed, to strengthen relationships with African leaders and various community groups. The bill also proposes a "Mini Summit" between cities in Africa and the...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill is like planning a big playdate where leaders from the U.S. and Africa meet every few years to talk and have fun together, and they can have smaller playdates in between. It says who is in charge of organizing these playdates, but it doesn't clearly say where the money will come from or how they will know if the playdates are good or helpful.