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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.

USA119th CongressHRES-718| House 
| Updated: 9/15/2025
Luz M. Rivas

Luz M. Rivas

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (21)
John W. Mannion (Democratic)Yassamin Ansari (Democratic)Sylvia R. Garcia (Democratic)Darren Soto (Democratic)Raul Ruiz (Democratic)Maxwell Frost (Democratic)Melanie A. Stansbury (Democratic)Andrea Salinas (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Haley M. Stevens (Democratic)Adriano Espaillat (Democratic)Shri Thanedar (Democratic)Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)André Carson (Democratic)Joaquin Castro (Democratic)Kathy Castor (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Norma J. Torres (Democratic)Yvette D. Clarke (Democratic)Zoe Lofgren (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)

Science, Space, and Technology Committee, Education and Workforce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution expresses strong support for increasing the participation of Latino individuals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers. It highlights the significant growth and economic contributions of the Latino population, noting their underrepresentation in STEM fields despite their increasing enrollment in higher education. The resolution emphasizes that STEM careers offer greater economic mobility and societal contributions, making increased Latino participation crucial for both individual advancement and the national economy. The resolution acknowledges that Latino students face challenges such as gaps in college preparation and financial aid, which hinder their entry into STEM. To address this, it encourages increased federal support for initiatives aimed at boosting Latino students' pursuit of STEM education and careers, particularly in engineering. It also recognizes the critical role of Hispanic-serving institutions and all institutions of higher education in fostering diversity and inclusion within the STEM workforce, ultimately strengthening the nation's economic sustainability and leadership in these vital fields.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-1105
Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-762
Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.
Sep 15, 2025
Submitted in House
Sep 15, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-1105
    Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-762
    Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.


  • September 15, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • September 15, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.

Science, Technology, Communications

Congressional tributesMinority employmentScience and engineering education

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

USA119th CongressHRES-718| House 
| Updated: 9/15/2025
This resolution expresses strong support for increasing the participation of Latino individuals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers. It highlights the significant growth and economic contributions of the Latino population, noting their underrepresentation in STEM fields despite their increasing enrollment in higher education. The resolution emphasizes that STEM careers offer greater economic mobility and societal contributions, making increased Latino participation crucial for both individual advancement and the national economy. The resolution acknowledges that Latino students face challenges such as gaps in college preparation and financial aid, which hinder their entry into STEM. To address this, it encourages increased federal support for initiatives aimed at boosting Latino students' pursuit of STEM education and careers, particularly in engineering. It also recognizes the critical role of Hispanic-serving institutions and all institutions of higher education in fostering diversity and inclusion within the STEM workforce, ultimately strengthening the nation's economic sustainability and leadership in these vital fields.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-1105
Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-762
Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.
Sep 15, 2025
Submitted in House
Sep 15, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-1105
    Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-762
    Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.


  • September 15, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • September 15, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.
Luz M. Rivas

Luz M. Rivas

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (21)
John W. Mannion (Democratic)Yassamin Ansari (Democratic)Sylvia R. Garcia (Democratic)Darren Soto (Democratic)Raul Ruiz (Democratic)Maxwell Frost (Democratic)Melanie A. Stansbury (Democratic)Andrea Salinas (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Haley M. Stevens (Democratic)Adriano Espaillat (Democratic)Shri Thanedar (Democratic)Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)André Carson (Democratic)Joaquin Castro (Democratic)Kathy Castor (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Norma J. Torres (Democratic)Yvette D. Clarke (Democratic)Zoe Lofgren (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)

Science, Space, and Technology Committee, Education and Workforce Committee

Science, Technology, Communications

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Congressional tributesMinority employmentScience and engineering education