Payne fellowship authorization — Us Code Code § 2736d
Us Code Code § 2736d — Payne fellowship authorization. Reproduced from the official United States Code, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 2736d. Payne fellowship authorization
(a) In general
Undergraduate and graduate components of the Donald M. Payne International Development Fellowship Program may conduct outreach to attract outstanding students with an interest in pursuing a Foreign Service career who represent diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
(b) Review of past programs
The Secretary shall review past programs designed to increase minority representation in international affairs positions.
(Pub. L. 117–81, div. E, title LIV, §5407, Dec. 27, 2021, 135 Stat. 2374.)
Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Definition
For definition of "Secretary" as used in this section, see section 5002 of Pub. L. 117–81, set out as a note under section 263c of this title.
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