This bill aims to significantly increase the participation of historically underrepresented demographic groups in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and industry. It highlights extensive findings from various national agencies, detailing the persistent underrepresentation of women, various racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and persons with disabilities in STEM degrees and occupations. These findings also emphasize lower retention rates for these groups in STEM careers compared to their counterparts, underscoring a critical need for intervention. To address these disparities, the bill authorizes the Director of the National Science Foundation (NSF) to award competitive grants to eligible entities. These grants will fund a range of activities designed to boost participation, including online workshops , mentoring programs connecting professionals with students, and internships for undergraduate and graduate students. Additionally, funds can support outreach programs for elementary and secondary school students to increase STEM exposure, and initiatives to enhance the recruitment and retention of underrepresented faculty . The bill specifically defines "minority" to include American Indian, Alaskan Native, Black, Hispanic, certain Asian subgroups, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and LGBTQ+ or gender-nonconforming individuals. A "person with a disability" is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau's Current Population Survey. Congress authorizes an appropriation of $15,000,000 for each fiscal year from 2026 through 2030 to implement this grant program, reflecting a sustained commitment to diversity in STEM.