H.R. 10044 establishes an Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement within the State Department to provide guidance on strengthening ties between the U.S. government and African American and African immigrant communities. The council will consist of up to 12 members appointed by the Secretary of State, representing diverse fields including business, academia, sports, and faith-based organizations, serving two-year terms without compensation. The council will advise the President and Secretary of State on strategies to advance equity for African diaspora communities, support cultural and economic connections between Africa and the United States, expand educational exchanges, and increase participation in trade and development programs. The bill requires the council to meet quarterly and report to Congress after each meeting, with the Secretary of State providing funding and staff support from existing State Department appropriations. No specific new funding is authorized, and the council can begin operating once the Secretary of State appoints its members.
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