White House Fellows Program Authorization Act

(a) Number. The Commission shall recommend not fewer than 11 and not more than 19 individuals for selection as Fellows in each program year, subject to the availability of appropriations.

(b) Eligibility. To be eligible for selection as a Fellow, an individual shall—

(1) be a citizen of the United States;

(2) have completed an undergraduate degree;

(3) be early in his or her chosen career;

(4) demonstrate unusual ability, high moral character, outstanding motivation, and a broad capacity for leadership; and

(5) show exceptional promise of future development.

(c) Nondiscrimination. Selection of Fellows shall be made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or political affiliation.

(d) Federal employees. An individual who is an officer or employee of the Federal Government at the time of application shall not be eligible for selection as a Fellow, except that active-duty members of the Armed Forces shall remain eligible.

(e) Final selection. The President shall make the final selection of Fellows from among the individuals recommended by the Commission.