HRES 558 · 111th Congress · Science, Technology, Communications

Supporting the increased understanding of, and interest in, computer science and computing careers among the public and in schools, and to ensure an ample and diverse future technology workforce through the designation of National Computer Science Education Week.

Introduced 2009-06-18· Sponsored by Rep. Ehlers, Vernon J. [R-MI-3]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
Committee
House Vote
4
Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.(2009-10-20)

Recorded Votes

PassedHouse · 2009-10-20
Roll #792
Yea 405Nay 0
Democrats
239 Yea·0 Nay
Republicans
166 Yea·0 Nay
PassedHouse · 2009-10-20
Roll #792
Yea 405Nay 0
Democrats
239 Yea·0 Nay
Republicans
166 Yea·0 Nay

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[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Supports the designation of the week of December 7 as National Computer Science Education Week. Encourages: (1) identification by schools, teachers, researchers, universities, and policymakers of mechanisms for teachers to receive cutting edge professional development so that they can provide sustainable learning experiences in computer science; (2) exposure of students to computer science concepts; and (3) opportunities for females and underrepresented minorities in computer science. Supports research in computer science to address what would motivate increased participation in such field.…

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Cosponsors (20)

17 Democrats3 Republicans