H.R. 416 would authorize the establishment of educational exchange and development programs for member countries of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
Detailed Summary
Shirley A. Chisholm United States-Caribbean Educational Exchange Act of 2009 - Authorizes the Secretary of State to establish the Shirley Chisholm United States-Caribbean Educational Exchange Program under which scholars and secondary, undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate students from certain Caribbean countries would attend U.S. schools and participate in activities designed to promote a greater understanding of U.S. values and culture.
Authorizes the Secretary, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), to establish a program to improve primary and secondary education in such countries by enhancing teacher training, strengthening curriculum and instructional materials, and assisting improvements in school management and public administration of education.
Status of the Legislation
Latest Major Action: 1/9/2009: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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