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Supporting Civic Cooperation: New Office and Grant Programs

This act establishes a new Office of Civic Bridgebuilding to support initiatives that connect people and reduce divisions within communities. Citizens can benefit from grant programs supporting local projects aimed at solving social problems and fostering mutual understanding, potentially improving their quality of life.
Key points
An Office of Civic Bridgebuilding will be created to coordinate efforts for better cooperation and understanding among diverse social groups.
A grant program will be launched to support local projects focused on reducing conflict, improving social cohesion, and addressing public concerns like educational or healthcare needs.
The Office will conduct research and provide training for individuals involved in community programs to more effectively build bridges between communities, potentially leading to more harmonious living environments.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7698
Sponsor: Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6]
Process start date: 2024-03-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Building Civic Bridges Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7698.

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 2024-03-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • An Office of Civic Bridgebuilding will be created to coordinate efforts for better cooperation and understanding among diverse social groups.
  • A grant program will be launched to support local projects focused on reducing conflict, improving social cohesion, and addressing public concerns like educational or healthcare needs.
  • The Office will conduct research and provide training for individuals involved in community programs to more effectively build bridges between communities, potentially leading to more harmonious living environments.
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. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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