HRES 124 — Supporting the goals and ideals of Engineers Week.
Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Research and Technology.
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✓Introduced
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2In Committee
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3Passed House
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4Passed Senate
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5To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill died with 115th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.
In plain language
The resolution supports the goals of Engineers Week and promotes engineering education.
This resolution expresses support for Engineers Week, emphasizing the importance of engineering education and technological literacy for the U.S. economy. It aims to engage diverse groups in engineering careers and recognizes the contributions of engineers to society.
What this means for you
- Workers: This means increased recognition of engineering careers, potentially leading to more opportunities in the field.
- Families: Families may see enhanced educational efforts in STEM, which could inspire their children to pursue engineering careers.
- Environment: The resolution supports engineering innovations that address sustainability in energy, water, and food.
Summary
Supports the goals and ideals of Engineers Week to increase understanding of, and interest in, engineering and technology careers. Recognizes that engineering education is a critical component of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education.
Bill Text
- Introduced Introduced in House Current html February 14, 2017
Action History
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Introduced in House
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Introduced in House
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Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the 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.
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Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the 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.
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Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the 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.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Research and Technology.
Sponsors
- Daniel Lipinski · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- Lipinski, Daniel Democratic
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (546)
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Frequently asked questions
- What does HRES 124 do?
- Supports the goals and ideals of Engineers Week to increase understanding of, and interest in, engineering and technology careers. Recognizes that engineering education is a critical component of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education.
- Who sponsors HRES 124?
- HRES 124 is sponsored by Lipinski, Daniel (Democratic).
- What is the current status of HRES 124?
- This bill died with 115th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
- Where can I track HRES 124?
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