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Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.

12/30/2022, 12:18 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 1105

Bill 117 H.Res. 1105, titled "Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge the underrepresentation of Latino individuals in STEM fields and to express support for efforts to increase their participation in these areas.

The resolution highlights the importance of diversity in STEM fields and recognizes the valuable contributions that Latino individuals can make to these industries. It also emphasizes the need to provide resources and support to Latino students and young professionals to help them pursue careers in STEM.

The resolution calls for increased collaboration between government, educational institutions, and private sector organizations to create opportunities for Latino individuals in STEM fields. It also encourages the development of programs and initiatives that specifically target and support Latino students and young professionals interested in STEM careers. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1105 aims to raise awareness about the lack of representation of Latino individuals in STEM fields and to promote efforts to increase their participation in these important and growing industries.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1105

This resolution supports the goal of increasing Latino individuals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) as a way to promote economic empowerment and sustainability, not only in their community, but in the overall U.S. economy.

The resolution also encourages increased federal support for initiatives aimed at boosting the number of Latino students who pursue STEM education and career paths, particularly engineering.

Finally, the resolution recognizes the important role that Hispanic-serving institutions and all institutions of higher education must play in order to achieve the goal of increasing Latino individuals in STEM.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1105

Bill HRES 1105 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2022. Bill HRES 1105 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 11, 2022.  Bill HRES 1105's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of May 11, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1105

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1105

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Higher education
- Labor market
- Minority education
- Minority employment
- Science and engineering education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1105

Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.
Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.

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