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STEM RESTART Act
7/25/2025, 1:38 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4452
The bill, introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 4452 on July 16, 2025, aims to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to establish a new national program supporting mid-career workers reentering the STEM workforce. The proposed program involves providing funding to small- and medium-sized STEM businesses to offer paid internships or returnships that lead to positions beyond entry level, with a focus on enhancing opportunities for mid-career professionals in the STEM field.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4452
Bill HR 4452 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 16, 2025. Bill HR 4452 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on July 16, 2025. Bill HR 4452's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of July 16, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4452
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4452
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4452
To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to create a new national program to support mid-career workers in reentering the STEM workforce, by providing funding to small- and medium-sized STEM businesses so the businesses can offer paid internships or other returnships that lead to positions above entry level.
To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to create a new national program to support mid-career workers in reentering the STEM workforce, by providing funding to small- and medium-sized STEM businesses so the businesses can offer paid internships or other returnships that lead to positions above entry level.
Comments

Kaylani Roberts
773
8 months ago
I can't believe some people are still questioning this bill. It's about time we prioritize STEM education and innovation in this country. This bill will help create more opportunities for young people like me who are interested in pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. I'm all for it. But I wonder, what will be the long term effects of this bill on our economy and workforce?

Riley Bullard
738
8 months ago
Not good for me.

Arianna Davenport
768
8 months ago
I don't think this is a good idea. It just seems like a waste of money.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4452
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