Thursday evening, Connecticut RPCV Senator Chris Dodd (Dominican Republic 66-68) introduced Senate Bill 1382, legislation that proposes a doubling of funds for the Peace Corps over the next three years and calls upon the agency to undertake "a thorough assessment of the Peace Corps and develop a comprehensive strategic plan for reforming and revitalizing the organization."
Follow this link to read the legislation.
"Senator Chris Dodd is again demonstrating his leadership skill and commitment to the Peace Corps by today introducing the Peace Corps Improvement and Expansion Act," said NPCA President Kevin Quigley.
Stay tuned for further updates and action opportunities related to this legislation.
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In 1980, I worked at Peace Corps and also served as a volunteer. Volunteers do an excellent job with little support. However, in Washington, I've found the fiefdom at HQ very ineffective and was appalled by the level of discrimination I found there. Too many problems that need attention before giving them more funds.
Posted by: SW | July 17, 2009 at 10:23 AM