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Support for Minorities and Women in Aviation: Bessie Coleman Education Program

This act establishes a grant program to help women and minorities gain knowledge and experience in the aviation industry. Through this program, citizens from these groups will have greater opportunities for careers in aviation, potentially leading to better professional and financial prospects.
Key points
The new Bessie Coleman Aviation Education Program supports aviation education.
The program aims to increase the participation of women and minorities in the aviation industry.
Grants can be used for internships, scholarships, drone introduction programs, and technical training.
Priority for grants is given to applications supporting the participation of women, minorities, and individuals from rural and urban areas.
The maximum grant amount is $500,000 per fiscal year, with a budget of $5 million for each fiscal year until 2027.
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Print number: 118_HR_2428
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4]
Process start date: 2023-03-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2428.

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 2023-03-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The new Bessie Coleman Aviation Education Program supports aviation education.
  • The program aims to increase the participation of women and minorities in the aviation industry.
  • Grants can be used for internships, scholarships, drone introduction programs, and technical training.
  • Priority for grants is given to applications supporting the participation of women, minorities, and individuals from rural and urban areas.
  • The maximum grant amount is $500,000 per fiscal year, with a budget of $5 million for each fiscal year until 2027.
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. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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