Indigenous Peoples Exchange and Economic Cooperation Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Nov 30, 2021)
Indigenous Peoples Exchange and Economic Cooperation Act
This bill requires certain agencies to facilitate contacts and cooperation between federally recognized tribes and Indigenous peoples of other countries in the Western Hemisphere.
Specifically, the bill directs the Department of Commerce, in coordination with the Department of the Interior, to submit a strategy to Congress. The strategy must promote and facilitate (1) cross-investments and export opportunities between tribes and Indigenous peoples in tribal businesses and commercial enterprises that involve Indigenous peoples, and (2) the development of supply chains for U.S. entities that include certified products produced by tribes and Indigenous peoples.
Additionally, the Inter-American Foundation, the Department of State, the U.S. Agency for International Development, and the Millennium Challenge Corporation must (1) consult with representatives of civil society organizations, especially organizations comprised of or representing the interests of Indigenous peoples; and (2) provide assistance to Western Hemisphere countries that promotes and facilitates entrepreneurship among Indigenous peoples.
What just happenedFeb 22, 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Civilian Security, Migration and International Economic Policy.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseNov 30, 2021
- Feb 22, 2022Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Civilian Security, Migration and International Economic Policy.
Western Hemisphere Subcommittee - Dec 10, 2021Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States.
Indian and Insular Affairs Subcommittee - Nov 30, 2021IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Natural Resources Committee - Nov 30, 2021IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Foreign Affairs Committee - Nov 30, 2021IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Nov 30, 2021IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House