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National STEM Week Act

USA119th CongressHR-2104| House 
| Updated: 3/14/2025
Mike Carey

Mike Carey

Republican Representative

Ohio

Cosponsors (2)
Joyce Beatty (Democratic)Josh Harder (Democratic)

Education and Workforce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation establishes a National STEM Week , to be designated annually by the National Science and Technology Foundation Committee on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CoSTEM) education. The primary goal of this week is to promote American innovation and enhance STEM education pathways for all students, with a particular focus on those in rural, urban, and underserved communities. During this week, CoSTEM will encourage educational institutions, families, and STEM industries to participate in various activities. These activities include highlighting the importance of STEM, showcasing diverse career opportunities, and fostering family engagement with STEM subjects at home. The bill emphasizes facilitating partnerships between educational institutions and industry leaders to provide students with real-world applications and mentorship opportunities. It encourages STEM industries to engage with students through mentorship programs, site visits, guest lectures, and by supporting education initiatives with funding and resources. Furthermore, CoSTEM is mandated to submit annual reports to Congress, detailing nationwide participation, analyzing the impact on improving STEM education and closing educational gaps, and providing recommendations for future improvements.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-9556
National STEM Week Act
Mar 14, 2025
Introduced in House
Mar 14, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Mar 3, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-1070
Held at the desk.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-9556
    National STEM Week Act


  • March 14, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • March 14, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.


  • March 3, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-1070
    Held at the desk.

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  • S 119-1070: National STEM Week Act
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National STEM Week Act

USA119th CongressHR-2104| House 
| Updated: 3/14/2025
This legislation establishes a National STEM Week , to be designated annually by the National Science and Technology Foundation Committee on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CoSTEM) education. The primary goal of this week is to promote American innovation and enhance STEM education pathways for all students, with a particular focus on those in rural, urban, and underserved communities. During this week, CoSTEM will encourage educational institutions, families, and STEM industries to participate in various activities. These activities include highlighting the importance of STEM, showcasing diverse career opportunities, and fostering family engagement with STEM subjects at home. The bill emphasizes facilitating partnerships between educational institutions and industry leaders to provide students with real-world applications and mentorship opportunities. It encourages STEM industries to engage with students through mentorship programs, site visits, guest lectures, and by supporting education initiatives with funding and resources. Furthermore, CoSTEM is mandated to submit annual reports to Congress, detailing nationwide participation, analyzing the impact on improving STEM education and closing educational gaps, and providing recommendations for future improvements.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-9556
National STEM Week Act
Mar 14, 2025
Introduced in House
Mar 14, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Mar 3, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-1070
Held at the desk.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-9556
    National STEM Week Act


  • March 14, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • March 14, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.


  • March 3, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-1070
    Held at the desk.
Mike Carey

Mike Carey

Republican Representative

Ohio

Cosponsors (2)
Joyce Beatty (Democratic)Josh Harder (Democratic)

Education and Workforce Committee

Education

Related Bills

  • S 119-1070: National STEM Week Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Community life and organizationCongressional oversightEducational guidanceEducation programs fundingScience and engineering education