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H.RES.247: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that adding art and design into Federal programs that target the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields encourages innovation and economic growth in the United States.
About This Bill
- Introduced May 1, 2015
- Latest Major Action May 1, 2015
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
14 (13 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - May 1, 2015
Bill Summary
Recognizes the importance of art and design in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. Supports the designation of a STEM-to-STEAM Month. Encourages the inclusion of art and design in the STEM fields during the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act and the Higher Education Act. Encourages the Secretaries of Commerce and Education, the Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA),...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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May 1, 2015 |
Referred to House Science, Space, and Technology
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May 1, 2015 |
Referred to House Education and the Workforce
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May 1, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by Jim Langevin (D-R.I.) |