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Expressing support for the designation of November 20, 2024, as "National GIS Day".
12/16/2024, 7:25 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 1583
Bill 118 HRES 1583, also known as the "National GIS Day" bill, is a piece of legislation that expresses support for the designation of November 20, 2024, as "National GIS Day". GIS stands for Geographic Information Systems, which are tools used to capture, store, analyze, and manage spatial and geographical data.
The bill recognizes the importance of GIS technology in various fields, including urban planning, environmental conservation, emergency response, and public health. It highlights the role of GIS in helping decision-makers make informed choices based on spatial data analysis.
By designating November 20, 2024, as "National GIS Day", the bill aims to raise awareness about the benefits of GIS technology and promote its use in government, academia, and the private sector. It also encourages educational institutions to incorporate GIS into their curriculum to prepare students for careers in geospatial technology. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1583 seeks to celebrate the impact of GIS technology on society and promote its continued advancement for the benefit of all Americans.
The bill recognizes the importance of GIS technology in various fields, including urban planning, environmental conservation, emergency response, and public health. It highlights the role of GIS in helping decision-makers make informed choices based on spatial data analysis.
By designating November 20, 2024, as "National GIS Day", the bill aims to raise awareness about the benefits of GIS technology and promote its use in government, academia, and the private sector. It also encourages educational institutions to incorporate GIS into their curriculum to prepare students for careers in geospatial technology. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1583 seeks to celebrate the impact of GIS technology on society and promote its continued advancement for the benefit of all Americans.
Congressional Summary of HRES 1583
This resolution supports the designation of National GIS Day and encourages the continued use of geographic information system (GIS) technology to learn, address societal challenges, and drive economic growth.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1583
Bill HRES 1583 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 19, 2024. Bill HRES 1583 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 19, 2024. Bill HRES 1583's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. as of November 19, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1583
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1583
Primary Policy Focus
Science, Technology, CommunicationsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1583
Expressing support for the designation of November 20, 2024, as "National GIS Day".
Expressing support for the designation of November 20, 2024, as "National GIS Day".
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