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National STEM Week Act

USA119th CongressS-1070| Senate 
| Updated: 3/3/2026
Joni Ernst

Joni Ernst

Republican Senator

Iowa

Cosponsors (1)
Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The National STEM Week Act establishes a dedicated week each year to promote American innovation and enhance STEM education pathways for all students, particularly those in rural, urban, and underserved communities. The National Science and Technology Council Committee on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education (CoSTEM) will be responsible for designating this week annually. Its primary goals include highlighting the importance of STEM education, showcasing diverse career opportunities, and encouraging family engagement in STEM activities at home. During National STEM Week, CoSTEM will encourage educational institutions, families, and STEM industries to participate through various programs and activities. Industries are specifically encouraged to engage with students by providing mentorship programs, site visits, guest lectures, and supporting STEM education initiatives with funding and expertise. CoSTEM will also submit annual reports to Congress detailing nationwide participation, analyzing the impact on improving STEM education and closing educational gaps, and offering recommendations for future improvements.

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-5391
National STEM Week Act
Mar 14, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-2104
Introduced in House
Mar 14, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Mar 14, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Oct 21, 2025
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Feb 12, 2026
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 119-110.
Feb 12, 2026
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 339.
Feb 26, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Feb 26, 2026
Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S716)
Mar 3, 2026
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Mar 3, 2026
Received in the House.
Mar 3, 2026
Held at the desk.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-5391
    National STEM Week Act


  • March 14, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-2104
    Introduced in House


  • March 14, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 14, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.


  • October 21, 2025
    Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.


  • February 12, 2026
    Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 119-110.


  • February 12, 2026
    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 339.


  • February 26, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.


  • February 26, 2026
    Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S716)


  • March 3, 2026
    Message on Senate action sent to the House.


  • March 3, 2026
    Received in the House.


  • March 3, 2026
    Held at the desk.

Education

Related Bills

  • HR 119-2104: National STEM Week Act
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National STEM Week Act

USA119th CongressS-1070| Senate 
| Updated: 3/3/2026
The National STEM Week Act establishes a dedicated week each year to promote American innovation and enhance STEM education pathways for all students, particularly those in rural, urban, and underserved communities. The National Science and Technology Council Committee on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education (CoSTEM) will be responsible for designating this week annually. Its primary goals include highlighting the importance of STEM education, showcasing diverse career opportunities, and encouraging family engagement in STEM activities at home. During National STEM Week, CoSTEM will encourage educational institutions, families, and STEM industries to participate through various programs and activities. Industries are specifically encouraged to engage with students by providing mentorship programs, site visits, guest lectures, and supporting STEM education initiatives with funding and expertise. CoSTEM will also submit annual reports to Congress detailing nationwide participation, analyzing the impact on improving STEM education and closing educational gaps, and offering recommendations for future improvements.

Bill Text Versions

View Text
3 versions available

Suggested Questions

Get AI-generated questions to help you understand this bill better

Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-5391
National STEM Week Act
Mar 14, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-2104
Introduced in House
Mar 14, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Mar 14, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Oct 21, 2025
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Feb 12, 2026
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 119-110.
Feb 12, 2026
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 339.
Feb 26, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Feb 26, 2026
Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S716)
Mar 3, 2026
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Mar 3, 2026
Received in the House.
Mar 3, 2026
Held at the desk.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-5391
    National STEM Week Act


  • March 14, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-2104
    Introduced in House


  • March 14, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 14, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.


  • October 21, 2025
    Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.


  • February 12, 2026
    Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 119-110.


  • February 12, 2026
    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 339.


  • February 26, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.


  • February 26, 2026
    Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S716)


  • March 3, 2026
    Message on Senate action sent to the House.


  • March 3, 2026
    Received in the House.


  • March 3, 2026
    Held at the desk.
Joni Ernst

Joni Ernst

Republican Senator

Iowa

Cosponsors (1)
Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

Education

Related Bills

  • HR 119-2104: National STEM Week Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Community life and organizationCongressional oversightEducational guidanceEducation programs fundingScience and engineering education