Open Doors to Diplomacy Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (13 Aug 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
What this bill does
The Open Doors to Diplomacy Act, H.R. 10101, would amend the Foreign Service Act of 1980. It aims to increase outreach and recruitment for the Foreign Service by the Secretary of State at nontraditional institutions of higher education. These institutions include community colleges, junior colleges, and career and technical colleges.
Specifically, the bill suggests that Congress finds the Foreign Service should actively recruit from these institutions. It would also require the Secretary to regularly hold outreach events, information sessions, and provide preparation resources at these nontraditional colleges. The Secretary could partner with institutional career centers, use digital outreach, and collaborate with other federal agencies.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. It is a proposed law and has not yet been enacted. If passed by the House and Senate and signed by the President, it would become law.
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Timeline
13 Aug 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10101 do?
- The Open Doors to Diplomacy Act, H.R. 10101, would amend the Foreign Service Act of 1980. It aims to increase outreach and recruitment for the Foreign Service by the Secretary of State at nontraditional institutions of higher education. These institutions include community colleges, junior colleges, and career and technical colleges. Specifically, the bill suggests that Congress finds the Foreign Service should actively recruit from these institutions. It would also require the Secretary to regularly hold outreach events, information sessions, and provide preparation resources at these nontraditional colleges. The Secretary could partner with institutional career centers, use digital outreach, and collaborate with other federal agencies. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. It is a proposed law and has not yet been enacted. If passed by the House and Senate and signed by the President, it would become law.
- Has H.R. 10101 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10101. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10101?
- H.R. 10101 was sponsored by Rep. Olszewski, Johnny [D-MD-2] (D-MD), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10101?
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (13 Aug 2026).
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