H.R. 6195 · 116th Congress
Getting Involved in Researching, Learning, and Studying of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Jerry McNerney
- Introduced
- 2020-03-11
- Latest action
- 2020-03-11 · Introduced in House
Summary
Getting Involved in Researching, Learning, and Studying of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Act or the GIRLS STEM Act
This bill establishes a program to (1) encourage the interest of female students in careers requiring science, mathematics, engineering, or technology (STEM) skills; and (2) prepare female students to pursue credentials needed to pursue a career in a STEM field. The Department of Education may provide grants to eligible local educational agencies to enable elementary and secondary schools to implement the program.