Expressing support for designation of March 14, 2023, as "National Pi Day".

3/15/2024, 4:05 AM

This resolution expresses support for the designation of Pi Day. (Pi is an irrational number that equals the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter; it is a fundamental mathematical constant and central in mathematics, science, and engineering.)

Bill 118 HRES 221, also known as the "National Pi Day" resolution, is a piece of legislation that expresses support for designating March 14, 2023, as "National Pi Day." The bill aims to recognize the mathematical constant pi, which is approximately equal to 3.14159, and celebrate its significance in mathematics, science, and education.

The resolution highlights the importance of pi in various fields, including engineering, physics, and technology, and acknowledges its role in advancing our understanding of the universe. It also encourages schools, universities, and other educational institutions to promote awareness of pi and its applications in the classroom.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the cultural significance of Pi Day, which has been celebrated by mathematicians and enthusiasts around the world for decades. By officially recognizing March 14 as "National Pi Day," the resolution seeks to raise awareness about the importance of mathematics and inspire interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields among students and the general public. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 221 aims to celebrate the mathematical constant pi and its contributions to society, while also promoting the importance of mathematics education and STEM disciplines.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 221

Introduced on
2023-03-10

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/10/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses support for the designation of Pi Day. (Pi is an irrational number that equals the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter; it is a fundamental mathematical constant and central in mathematics, science, and engineering.)

Bill 118 HRES 221, also known as the "National Pi Day" resolution, is a piece of legislation that expresses support for designating March 14, 2023, as "National Pi Day." The bill aims to recognize the mathematical constant pi, which is approximately equal to 3.14159, and celebrate its significance in mathematics, science, and education.

The resolution highlights the importance of pi in various fields, including engineering, physics, and technology, and acknowledges its role in advancing our understanding of the universe. It also encourages schools, universities, and other educational institutions to promote awareness of pi and its applications in the classroom.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the cultural significance of Pi Day, which has been celebrated by mathematicians and enthusiasts around the world for decades. By officially recognizing March 14 as "National Pi Day," the resolution seeks to raise awareness about the importance of mathematics and inspire interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields among students and the general public. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 221 aims to celebrate the mathematical constant pi and its contributions to society, while also promoting the importance of mathematics education and STEM disciplines.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing support for designation of March 14, 2023, as "National Pi Day".

Policy Areas
Science, Technology, Communications

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Latest Summary3/28/2023

This resolution expresses support for the designation of Pi Day. (Pi is an irrational number that equals the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter; it is a fundamental mathematical constant and central in mathematics, science, an...


Latest Action3/10/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.