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Humanitarian Tech Corps: Scholarships for Service in Federal Technology Roles

This Act establishes a new scholarship-for-service program for students in technology and data science fields, covering full tuition and providing a living stipend. In exchange, citizens commit to working in federal agencies, like USAID, supporting critical humanitarian missions after graduation for a period equal to the scholarship duration. The goal is to modernize public service technology and improve humanitarian aid delivery.
Key points
Provides full scholarships for STEM degrees (computer science, data analytics) in exchange for mandatory public service employment after graduation.
Recipients must work in federal agencies or approved non-governmental organizations supporting humanitarian operations.
The program aims to strengthen the government's ability to use advanced technology in crisis response and humanitarian efforts.
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Print number: 118_S_5331
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2024-11-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Humanitarian Tech Corps Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5331.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-11-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Provides full scholarships for STEM degrees (computer science, data analytics) in exchange for mandatory public service employment after graduation.
  • Recipients must work in federal agencies or approved non-governmental organizations supporting humanitarian operations.
  • The program aims to strengthen the government's ability to use advanced technology in crisis response and humanitarian efforts.
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 Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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