House Bill 1199
117th Congress(2021-2022)
STEM Diplomacy Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Feb 22, 2021
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
The primary form of legislative measure used to propose law. Depending on the chamber of origin, bills begin with a designation of either H.R. or S. Joint resolution is another form of legislative measure used to propose law.
Bill Number
1199
Congress
117
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Supporting Technical Experts in Managing Diplomacy Act or the STEM Diplomacy Act
This bill authorizes the Department of State to waive occupational requirements related to a civilian foreign affairs position if the individual to be hired possesses significant scientific, technological, engineering, or mathematical expertise that is integral to the position.
February 22, 2021
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07/29/2021
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
07/29/2021
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
02/22/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
02/22/2021
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Mar 8, 2023 7:58:36 PM