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Increased Diversity in Health and Human Services Department

This new law aims to boost the participation of minorities and women in the management, employment, and business activities of the Department of Health and Human Services. This means government agencies will actively seek to hire a more diverse workforce and collaborate more with businesses led by minorities and women, potentially opening new opportunities for these groups.
Key points
Each agency within the Department of Health and Human Services will establish a new office dedicated to promoting diversity in employment and contracts.
Agencies will be required to actively recruit employees from diverse backgrounds, including from historically minority and women-focused colleges.
Businesses led by minorities and women will have increased opportunities to secure contracts and grants from the Department of Health and Human Services.
Grants or contracts may be terminated if good faith efforts to include minorities and women are not made.
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Print number: 117_HR_9099
Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3]
Process start date: 2022-09-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expanding Representation at HHS Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9099.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Each agency within the Department of Health and Human Services will establish a new office dedicated to promoting diversity in employment and contracts.
  • Agencies will be required to actively recruit employees from diverse backgrounds, including from historically minority and women-focused colleges.
  • Businesses led by minorities and women will have increased opportunities to secure contracts and grants from the Department of Health and Human Services.
  • Grants or contracts may be terminated if good faith efforts to include minorities and women are not made.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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