South Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Passed Senate

S 873 — Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

Last action — Adopted

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  1. ✓
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced January 29, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.

Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the House.

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  • 1 sponsor

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Summary

A SENATE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND SUPPORT "INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY"; TO ENCOURAGE THE PARTICIPATION OF STUDENTS, EDUCATORS, ENGINEERS, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS ACROSS THE STATE; AND TO DECLARE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026, AS "INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.

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Plain-language change summary

The recent changes to Bill S 873 include the formal recognition of "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day," which is now set for February 24, 2026, in South Carolina. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of engaging K-8 students, particularly girls, in engineering and STEM fields through hands-on activities and mentoring. This matters because it aims to address the gender gap in engineering professions by encouraging young girls to explore career opportunities in these areas, thereby fostering a more diverse workforce in the future.

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2025-2026 Bill 873 Text of Previous Version (Jan.
29, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 873Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.
Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.)                 A senate RESOLUTION   TO RECOGNIZE AND SUPPORT "INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY";
TO ENCOURAGE THE PARTICIPATION OF STUDENTS, EDUCATORS, ENGINEERS, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS ACROSS THE STATE;
AND TO DECLARE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026, AS "INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.
  Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate recognize the importance of inspiring the next generation of problem-solvers, innovators, and leaders who will design, build, and sustain the future of the Palmetto State;
and   Whereas, engineering plays a vital role in advancing South Carolina's economy, infrastructure, public safety, environmental stewardship, and overall quality of life and is a rewarding career path for girls and women alike;
and   Whereas, women and girls remain underrepresented in many engineering and STEM-related fields, but early exposure to engineering concepts and role models can significantly increase their awareness, confidence, and interest in pursuing a career in engineering;
and   Whereas, "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day" is part of a national movement that provides opportunities for K-8 students to explore the fascinating world of engineering through hands-on activities, mentorship, and engagement with professional engineers and technical experts;
and   Whereas, by highlighting how engineers shape our communities, improve lives, and transform ideas into reality, "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day" helps students of all backgrounds envision themselves as future engineers and leaders in South Carolina.
Now, therefore,   Be it resolved by the Senate:
  That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, recognize and support "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day";
encourage the participation of students, educators, engineers, families, and community partners across the State;
and declare Tuesday, February 24, 2026, as "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day" in South Carolina.
  Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina and the South Carolina Society of Professional Engineers.
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Action History

  1. Adopted

  2. Recalled from Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry

  3. Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry

  4. Introduced

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 873 do?
A SENATE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND SUPPORT "INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY"; TO ENCOURAGE THE PARTICIPATION OF STUDENTS, EDUCATORS, ENGINEERS, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS ACROSS THE STATE; AND TO DECLARE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026, AS "INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.
Who sponsors S 873?
S 873 is sponsored by Senator Russell L. Ott.
What is the current status of S 873?
This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced January 29, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
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