Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for continued efforts to strengthen science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, especially for girls and minority students, in order to diversify and expand the opportunities available to all Americans in the global market and to bolster the vitality of the United States economy.

12/30/2022, 8:18 AM

This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National STEM Day.

The resolution acknowledges the many individuals currently involved in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, as well as those individuals interested in pursuing STEM careers.

The resolution also recognizes the important role women and people of color have played in STEM fields.

Finally, the resolution appreciates the role STEM continues to play in contributing to innovative changes to improve society.

Bill 117 H.Res. 776, titled "Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for continued efforts to strengthen science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, especially for girls and minority students," aims to promote and enhance STEM education in the United States. The bill emphasizes the importance of diversifying and expanding opportunities in STEM fields for all Americans, with a particular focus on girls and minority students.

The bill recognizes the critical role that STEM education plays in the global market and in bolstering the vitality of the United States economy. By supporting efforts to strengthen STEM education, the House of Representatives aims to ensure that all students have access to high-quality STEM education and are prepared to succeed in STEM-related careers.

The bill highlights the need to address the underrepresentation of girls and minority students in STEM fields and calls for increased efforts to provide these students with the resources and support they need to excel in STEM education. By promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM fields, the bill seeks to create a more equitable and competitive workforce that can drive innovation and economic growth in the United States. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 776 underscores the importance of investing in STEM education and ensuring that all students have the opportunity to pursue and succeed in STEM-related careers. By supporting continued efforts to strengthen STEM education, especially for girls and minority students, the House of Representatives aims to build a more diverse and dynamic workforce that can drive the United States economy forward in the global market.
Congress
117

Number
HRES - 776

Introduced on
2021-11-05

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/5/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National STEM Day.

The resolution acknowledges the many individuals currently involved in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, as well as those individuals interested in pursuing STEM careers.

The resolution also recognizes the important role women and people of color have played in STEM fields.

Finally, the resolution appreciates the role STEM continues to play in contributing to innovative changes to improve society.

Bill 117 H.Res. 776, titled "Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for continued efforts to strengthen science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, especially for girls and minority students," aims to promote and enhance STEM education in the United States. The bill emphasizes the importance of diversifying and expanding opportunities in STEM fields for all Americans, with a particular focus on girls and minority students.

The bill recognizes the critical role that STEM education plays in the global market and in bolstering the vitality of the United States economy. By supporting efforts to strengthen STEM education, the House of Representatives aims to ensure that all students have access to high-quality STEM education and are prepared to succeed in STEM-related careers.

The bill highlights the need to address the underrepresentation of girls and minority students in STEM fields and calls for increased efforts to provide these students with the resources and support they need to excel in STEM education. By promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM fields, the bill seeks to create a more equitable and competitive workforce that can drive innovation and economic growth in the United States. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 776 underscores the importance of investing in STEM education and ensuring that all students have the opportunity to pursue and succeed in STEM-related careers. By supporting continued efforts to strengthen STEM education, especially for girls and minority students, the House of Representatives aims to build a more diverse and dynamic workforce that can drive the United States economy forward in the global market.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing the support of the House of Representatives for continued efforts to strengthen science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, especially for girls and minority students, in order to diversify and expand the opportunities available to all Americans in the global market and to bolster the vitality of the United States economy.

Policy Areas
Health

Potential Impact
Science, Technology, Communications

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/10/2021

This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National STEM Day.

The resolution acknowledges the many individuals currently involved in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, as well as those individuals in...


Latest Action11/5/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.