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Enhancing Diversity in U.S. National Security Agencies

This act aims to increase diversity within U.S. national security agencies, such as the State Department and the military. The goal is for these agencies to better reflect the diversity of U.S. society, which is expected to improve their effectiveness. For citizens, this means that the agencies responsible for their security will benefit from broader perspectives and experiences, potentially leading to better decisions and policies.
Key points
National security agencies will collect and publish data on workforce diversity, including gender, race, ethnicity, and other characteristics.
New professional development programs and training, including mandatory bias training, will be implemented to support career advancement for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Agencies will actively recruit candidates from various demographic groups, including from historically minority-serving institutions and at job fairs in urban communities.
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Print number: 117_HR_1225
Sponsor: Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]
Process start date: 2021-02-23