National STEM Week Act
National STEM Week Act
Plain Language Summary
# National STEM Week Act Summary **What the Bill Does** The National STEM Week Act would establish an official "National STEM Week" each year to promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education. During this designated week, federal officials would encourage schools (from elementary through college level) and families to participate in STEM activities. The bill also asks private companies in STEM fields to get involved by offering mentorship programs, facility tours, guest lectures, and financial support to schools. **Who It Affects** The bill impacts students, schools, and STEM-related businesses.
Schools would have a coordinated national week to focus on these subjects, while companies would be encouraged to invest time and resources in educational outreach. Congress would also need to review annual reports on the week's activities. **Current Status** The bill (HR 2104) was introduced by Representative Mike Carey (R-OH) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. No action has been taken to advance it further.
CRS Official Summary
National STEM Week ActThis bill requires the National Science and Technology Council's Committee on STEM to designate a week each calendar year as National STEM Week. (STEM refers to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.)During this established week, the committee must encourage educational institutions (i.e., elementary schools, secondary schools, and institutions of higher education) to participate in the week and also encourage families of students attending these educational institutions to participate in STEM activities. Additionally, the committee must encourage STEM industries to (1) engage with students enrolled in educational institutions by providing mentorship programs, site visits, and guest lectures; and (2) support STEM education initiatives at these educational institutions through funding, resources, and expertise.The committee must annually report to Congress on the activities conducted during the established week.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.