Protect Black Women and Girls: Task Force and Reports
This Act aims to improve the lives of Black women and girls by establishing an interagency task force. This task force will examine their experiences in education, health, employment, and justice, and recommend changes to public policies. Additionally, the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will study the impact of various issues on this group to help create better solutions.
Key points
Establishment of an Interagency Task Force to examine the conditions and experiences of Black women and girls in key areas such as education, health, labor, and justice.
The Task Force will recommend programs and policies to improve outcomes in education (e.g., support programs, scholarships), economic development (e.g., business support, vocational training), healthcare (e.g., maternal health, mental health services), and justice (e.g., alternatives to incarceration, legal aid).
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will annually study and report on issues such as the wage gap, maternal and infant mortality rates, the impact of the school-to-prison pipeline, and violence against Black women and girls.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7354
Sponsor: Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2]
Process start date: 2024-02-14