Search Results: keywords:"cultural connections"

  • H. R. 784 — To establish the Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:848

    H. R. 784, introduced in the House of Representatives on January 28, 2025, is a bill to establish the Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States. The Council, consisting of up to 12 members appointed by the Secretary of State, will advise the...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to make a team of up to 12 people who will help the U.S. work better with people who have moved from Africa to live in the U.S. They will meet four times a year to share ideas with important government leaders.

  • S. 4148 — To bolster United States engagement with the Pacific Islands region, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:2,025

    S. 4148, titled the "Pacific Partnership Act", aims to strengthen the United States' ties with the Pacific Islands through a comprehensive strategy. The bill underscores the importance of cultural, economic, and strategic connections, advocates for support of regional...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill is like a plan for the United States to be better friends with the Pacific Islands, working together with countries like Australia and Japan, but it needs to be clear about how it will do that and how much money it will spend.