YALI Act of 2025
Bill Summary
Establishes the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) as a permanent program, which supports leadership development and networking opportunities for young Africans. Funds exchange programs, mentorship, and other activities to promote economic growth and stability in Africa.
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Bill Journey
- Jul 10, 2025
- May 13, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects young African leaders and entrepreneurs, providing them with opportunities for education, training, and professional development in the United States. It also impacts US businesses and organizations working in Africa, potentially increasing economic cooperation and investment in the region.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic17
- Republican4
Documents
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Cosponsors (21)
- Young KimRepublican · CA
- Sara JacobsDemocrat · CA
- Michael T. McCaulRepublican · TX
- Dina TitusDemocrat · NV
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- Valerie P. FousheeDemocrat · NC
- Terri A. SewellDemocrat · AL
- Janice D. SchakowskyDemocrat · IL
- Steve CohenDemocrat · TN
- Eleanor Holmes NortonDemocrat · DC
- Nikema WilliamsDemocrat · GA
- Gwen MooreDemocrat · WI
- Joyce BeattyDemocrat · OH
- William R. KeatingDemocrat · MA
- Michael LawlerRepublican · NY
- Ilhan OmarDemocrat · MN
- Brian K. FitzpatrickRepublican · PA
- Grace MengDemocrat · NY
- Seth MagazinerDemocrat · RI
- Ami BeraDemocrat · CA
- Joaquin CastroDemocrat · TX
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Bill Details
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