LITE Act
Summary
Leadership Institute for Transatlantic Engagement Act or the LITE Act This bill establishes the Leadership Institute for Transatlantic Engagement to develop a diverse community of transatlantic leaders who are committed to democratic institutions. The institute shall award grants and develop programs, activities, and services that it considers appropriate for entities and individuals in the United States and abroad to (1) provide training and professional development opportunities for diverse leaders on democratic governance and international affairs, (2) enable international exchanges between leaders to increase understanding and knowledge of democratic models of governance, and (3) increase awareness of the importance of international public service careers in diverse communities.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2021
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced Feb 18, 2021
Last action May 19, 2021
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Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
2
Amendments
1
May 19, 2021
Introduced
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
lower
May 19, 2021
Lower · Passed
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
lower
Feb 18, 2021
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
lower
Feb 18, 2021
Introduced
Introduced in House
lower
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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