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STEM Pathways Through College Act

12/29/2022, 5:33 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8231

Bill 117 hr 8231, also known as the STEM Pathways Through College Act, aims to increase access to and success in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields for underrepresented and low-income students. The bill proposes several key provisions to achieve this goal.

First, the bill establishes a grant program to support partnerships between institutions of higher education and local school districts to provide STEM education and career pathways for students from underrepresented backgrounds. These partnerships will focus on increasing access to advanced coursework, mentorship opportunities, and hands-on learning experiences in STEM fields.

Second, the bill directs the Department of Education to develop a national STEM education plan that includes strategies for increasing diversity and equity in STEM fields. This plan will also prioritize the recruitment and retention of underrepresented students in STEM programs. Additionally, the bill requires institutions of higher education to report on their efforts to increase diversity and equity in STEM fields, including data on enrollment, graduation rates, and employment outcomes for underrepresented students. Overall, the STEM Pathways Through College Act seeks to address the disparities in STEM education and workforce representation by providing support and resources to underrepresented students pursuing careers in these fields.

Congressional Summary of HR 8231

STEM Pathways Through College Act

This bill requires the Department of Education to award competitive grants to eligible entities for increasing the number of students accessing and completing postsecondary STEM (i.e., science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) pathways.

Eligible entity refers to a partnership between the state educational agency, one or more local educational agencies, and the state public higher education system. The partnership may also include other entities, such as businesses and nonprofit organizations.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8231

Bill HR 8231 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 24, 2022. Bill HR 8231 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 24, 2022.  Bill HR 8231's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of June 24, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8231

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8231

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8231

STEM Pathways Through College Act
STEM Pathways Through College Act
To authorize a grant program to support equitable access to postsecondary STEM pathways.

Comments

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8231

Joe Neguse
Joe Neguse
ColoradoDemocrat

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