H.Res. 45: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that it is imperative that the United States creates a clear vision and goal to be the world leader in innovation, science, technology, engineering, and math to ensure the continued strength, growth, and vitality of this Nation.

Introduced:: Jan 23, 2013 (113^th Congress, 2013–2015)
Sponsor:: Rep. Chaka Fattah [D-PA2]
Status:: Referred to Committee

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This resolution was assigned to a congressional committee on January 23, 2013, which will consider it before possibly sending it on to the House or Senate as a whole.

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Introduced	Jan 23, 2013
Referred to Committee	Jan 23, 2013
Reported by Committee	...
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)	...

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Last updated Jan 23, 2013.
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1/23/2013--Introduced.

Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that it must:

(1) create a clear vision and goal for the United States to be the world leader in innovation and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM);

(2) ensure that at least 3% of U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) is dedicated to research and development;

(3) encourage more students to study math and science; and

(4) recognize that the resilient U.S. spirit will carry us through the current challenges we face to once again be the clear leader in innovation, research, and development.

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