John Lewis Civil Rights Fellowship Act of 2023
This bill establishes the John Lewis Civil Rights Fellowship Program within the Fulbright exchange system to honor civil rights leader John Lewis and advance U.S. foreign policy through global civil rights education. It creates a new fellowship for U.S. early- to mid-career professionals, selecting at least 25 annually for 10-month programs to conduct research or intern with approved organizations in countries participating in Fulbright exchanges. Fellows must complete a work plan, attend an orientation in Washington, DC, and present findings at an annual summit, with the State Department covering costs for travel, lodging, and expenses. The program requires annual reports on participant demographics and program effectiveness, and expires seven years after enactment.
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Introduced Feb 21, 2023
Last action Jun 21, 2023
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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1 primary · 98 co-sponsors
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Nikema Williams
DDemocratic
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Adriano Espaillat
DDemocratic
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Al Green
DDemocratic
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Alma S. Adams
DDemocratic
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Ami Bera
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André Carson
DDemocratic
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Andy Kim
DDemocratic
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Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen
RRepublican
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Austin Scott
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Ayanna Pressley
DDemocratic
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Barbara Lee
DDemocratic
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