H.Res. 1560 (111th): 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:
Jul 27, 2010 (111th Congress, 2009–2010)
Sponsor:
Rep. Vernon Ehlers [R-MI3]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)

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Status

This simple resolution was agreed to on September 23, 2010. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

Progress
Introduced Jul 27, 2010
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) Sep 23, 2010
Cosponsors
2 cosponsors (2D) (show)
Committees

House Education and the Workforce

House Science, Space, and Technology

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Last updated Sep 23, 2010.
3 pages

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Library of Congress Summary

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9/23/2010--Passed House without amendment. (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Supports the designation of the week of December 5 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.

House Republican Conference Summary

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Background

According to the resolution’s findings, the week of December 5, is designated as “National Computer Science Education Week”.

 

Summary

H.Res. 1560 would resolve that the House of Representatives:

  • “Supports the designation of National Computer Science Education Week;
  • “Encourages schools, teachers, researchers, universities, and policymakers to identify mechanisms for teachers to receive cutting edge professional development to provide sustainable learning experiences in computer science at all educational levels and encourage students to be exposed to computer science concepts;
  • “Encourages opportunities, including through existing programs, for females and underrepresented minorities in computer science; and
  • “Supports research in computer science to address what would motivate increased participation in this field.”

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