This measure would declare the month of March 2015 as Science Fair Month.

This measure would declare the month of March 2015 as Science Fair Month.

This measure would declare the month of March 2015 as Science Fair Month.

This measure would declare the month of March 2015 as Science Fair Month.

This measure would declare the month of March 2015 as Science Fair Month.

WHEREAS, Science fairs emphasize the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, and the value of exploration and research conducted by young pupils in areas that interest them; and

WHEREAS, Science fair opportunities stimulate interest in STEM, encourage pupils entry into STEM-related careers, and provide pupils the opportunity to interact with professional scientists and engineers in an environment where excellence and pupil achievement are recognized and rewarded; and

WHEREAS, By inspiring and encouraging young minds to develop a growing interest in STEM education, science fairs expose pupils to opportunities in STEM fields; and

WHEREAS, Furthering the knowledge of pupils in STEM fields is beneficial to their growth and futures; and

WHEREAS, Numerous science fairs are held throughout communities during the month of March; and

WHEREAS, The 4th annual Synopsys Alameda County Science and Engineering Fair, co-sponsored by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, held on March 2022, 2015, connects bright and motivated young scientists and engineers with the County of Alamedas industry, academia, and professional organizations to promote educational development within the county and the development of scientific inquiry, critical and creative thinking, and high-level problem solving skills, while promoting the future growth of STEM in the County of Alameda and the state; and

WHEREAS, Spreading knowledge and encouraging the development of a more specialized workforce enhances the general community by serving as an investment in the future prosperity of the County of Alameda and the state; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature joins Synopsys Alameda County Science and Engineering Fair, and all science fairs in the state, in declaring the month of March 2015 as Science Fair Month; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.

WHEREAS, Science fairs emphasize the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, and the value of exploration and research conducted by young pupils in areas that interest them; and

WHEREAS, Science fair opportunities stimulate interest in STEM, encourage pupils entry into STEM-related careers, and provide pupils the opportunity to interact with professional scientists and engineers in an environment where excellence and pupil achievement are recognized and rewarded; and

WHEREAS, By inspiring and encouraging young minds to develop a growing interest in STEM education, science fairs expose pupils to opportunities in STEM fields; and

WHEREAS, Furthering the knowledge of pupils in STEM fields is beneficial to their growth and futures; and

WHEREAS, Numerous science fairs are held throughout communities during the month of March; and

WHEREAS, The 4th annual Synopsys Alameda County Science and Engineering Fair, co-sponsored by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, held on March 2022, 2015, connects bright and motivated young scientists and engineers with the County of Alamedas industry, academia, and professional organizations to promote educational development within the county and the development of scientific inquiry, critical and creative thinking, and high-level problem solving skills, while promoting the future growth of STEM in the County of Alameda and the state; and

WHEREAS, Spreading knowledge and encouraging the development of a more specialized workforce enhances the general community by serving as an investment in the future prosperity of the County of Alameda and the state; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislature joins Synopsys Alameda County Science and Engineering Fair, and all science fairs in the state, in declaring the month of March 2015 as Science Fair Month; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.

WHEREAS, Science fairs emphasize the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, and the value of exploration and research conducted by young pupils in areas that interest them; and

WHEREAS, Science fair opportunities stimulate interest in STEM, encourage pupils entry into STEM related STEM-related careers, and provide pupil pupils the opportunity to interact with professional scientists and engineers in an environment where excellence and pupil achievement are recognized and rewarded; and

WHEREAS, By inspiring and encouraging young minds to develop a growing interest in STEM education, science fairs expose pupils to opportunities in STEM fields; and

WHEREAS, Furthering the knowledge of pupils in STEM fields is beneficial to their growth and futures; and

WHEREAS, Numerous science fairs are held throughout communities during the month of March; and

WHEREAS, The 4th annual Synopsys Alameda County Science and Engineering Fair, co-sponsored by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, held on March 20-22, 2022, 2015, connects bright and motivated young scientists and engineers with the County of Alamedas industry, academia, and professional organizations to promote educational development within the county and the development of scientific inquiry, critical and creative thinking, and high-level problem solving skills, while promoting the future growth of STEM in the County of Alameda and the state; and

WHEREAS, Spreading knowledge and encouraging the development of a more specialized workforce enhances the general community by serving as an investment in the future prosperity of the County of Alameda and the state; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislative Legislature joins Synopsys Alameda County Science and Engineering Fair, and all science fairs in the state, in declaring the month of March 2015, 2015 as Science Fair Month; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.

WHEREAS, Science fairs emphasize the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, and the value of exploration and research conducted by young pupils in areas that interest them; and

WHEREAS, Science fair opportunities stimulate interest in STEM, encourage pupils entry into STEM related careers, and provide pupil the opportunity to interact with professional scientists and engineers in an environment where excellence and pupil achievement are recognized and rewarded; and

WHEREAS, By inspiring and encouraging young minds to develop a growing interest in STEM education, science fairs expose pupils to opportunities in STEM fields; and

WHEREAS, Furthering the knowledge of pupils in STEM fields is beneficial to their growth and futures; and

WHEREAS, Numerous science fairs are held throughout communities during the month of March; and

WHEREAS, The 4th annual Synopsys Alameda County Science and Engineering Fair, co-sponsored by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, held on March 20-22, 2015, connects bright and motivated young scientists and engineers with the County of Alamedas industry, academia, and professional organizations to promote educational development within the county and the development of scientific inquiry, critical and creative thinking, and high-level problem solving skills, while promoting the future growth of STEM in the County of Alameda and the state; and

WHEREAS, Spreading knowledge and encouraging the development of a more specialized workforce enhances the general community by serving as an investment in the future prosperity of the County of Alameda and the state; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislative joins Synopsys Alameda County Science and Engineering Fair, and all science fairs in the state, in declaring the month of March 2015, as Science Fair Month; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.

WHEREAS, Science fairs emphasize the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, and the value of exploration and research conducted by young pupils in areas that interest them; and

WHEREAS, Science fair opportunities stimulate interest in STEM, encourage pupils entry into STEM related careers, and provide pupil the opportunity to interact with professional scientists and engineers in an environment where excellence and pupil achievement are recognized and rewarded; and

WHEREAS, By inspiring and encouraging young minds to develop a growing interest in STEM education, science fairs expose pupils to opportunities in STEM fields; and

WHEREAS, Furthering the knowledge of pupils in STEM fields is beneficial to their growth and futures; and

WHEREAS, Numerous science fairs are held throughout communities during the month of March; and

WHEREAS, The 4th annual Synopsys Alameda County Science and Engineering Fair, co-sponsored by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, held on March 20-22, 2015, connects bright and motivated young scientists and engineers with the County of Alamedas industry, academia, and professional organizations to promote educational development within the county and the development of scientific inquiry, critical and creative thinking, and high-level problem solving skills, while promoting the future growth of STEM in the County of Alameda and the state; and

WHEREAS, Spreading knowledge and encouraging the development of a more specialized workforce enhances the general community by serving as an investment in the future prosperity of the County of Alameda and the state; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That the Legislative joins Synopsys Alameda County Science and Engineering Fair, and all science fairs in the state, in declaring the month of March 2015, as Science Fair Month; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.

CONCURRENCE IN SENATE AMENDMENTS

CSA1 Bill Id:ACR 42

Author:(Quirk)

As Amended Ver:March 18, 2015

Majority vote

(adopted by unanimous consent)

Original Committee Reference: RLS.

SUMMARY: Declares the month of March 2015 as Science Fair Month.

The Senate amendments add co-authors and make other technical changes.

AS PASSED BY THE ASSEMBLY, the resolution made the following legislative findings:

1. Science fairs emphasize the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, and the value of exploration and research conducted by young pupils in areas that interest them.

2. Science fair opportunities stimulate interest in STEM, encourage pupils’ entry into STEM-related careers, and provide pupils the opportunity to interact with professional scientists and engineers in an environment where excellence and pupil achievement are recognized and rewarded.

3. Furthering the knowledge of pupils in STEM fields is beneficial to their growth and futures and by inspiring and encouraging young minds to develop a growing interest in STEM education, science fairs expose pupils to opportunities in STEM fields.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0000086

 THIRD READING 

Bill No: ACR 42

Author: Quirk (D), et al.

Amended: 3/18/15 in Senate

Vote: 21

ASSEMBLY FLOOR: Read and adopted, 3/16/15

SUBJECT: Science Fair Month

SOURCE: Author

DIGEST: This resolution declares the month of March 2015 as Science Fair Month.

ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. Science fairs emphasize the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, and the value of exploration and research conducted by young pupils in areas that interest them.

2. Science fair opportunities stimulate interest in STEM, encourage pupils entry into STEM-related careers, and provide pupils the opportunity to interact with professional scientists and engineers in an environment where excellence and pupil achievement are recognized and rewarded.

3. Furthering the knowledge of pupils in STEM fields is beneficial to their growth and futures.

This resolution declares the month of March 2015 as Science Fair Month.

Related Legislation

ACR 35 (Gonzalez) declares May 13, 2015, as the 27th Annual State Scientist Day, as a tribute to the dedication and professionalism of the state scientists who work on behalf of all the residents of California.

FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No

SUPPORT: (Verified 3/23/15)

None received

OPPOSITION: (Verified 3/23/15)

None received

Prepared by: Karen Chow / SFA / (916) 651-1520

3/25/15 17:37:53

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ASSEMBLY THIRD READING

ATR Bill Id:ACR 42

Author:(Quirk)

As Introduced Ver:March 5, 2015

Majority vote

SUMMARY: Declares the month of March 2015 as Science Fair Month. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. Science fairs emphasize the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, and the value of exploration and research conducted by young pupils in areas that interest them.

2. Science fair opportunities stimulate interest in STEM, encourage pupils entry into STEM related careers, and provide pupils the opportunity to interact with professional scientists and engineers in an environment where excellence and pupil achievement are recognized and rewarded.

3. Furthering the knowledge of pupils in STEM fields is beneficial to their growth and futures and by inspiring and encouraging young minds to develop a growing interest in STEM education, science fairs expose pupils to opportunities in STEM fields.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0000048

Date of Hearing: March 12, 2015

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES

Richard Gordon, Chair

ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 42

Author:(Quirk) – As Introduced Ver:March 5, 2015

SUBJECT: Science Fair Month.

SUMMARY: Declares the month of March 2015 as Science Fair Month. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. Science fairs emphasize the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, and the value of exploration and research conducted by young pupils in areas that interest them.

2. Science fair opportunities stimulate interest in STEM, encourage pupils entry into STEM related careers, and provide pupils the opportunity to interact with professional scientists and engineers in an environment where excellence and pupil achievement are recognized and rewarded.

3. Furthering the knowledge of pupils in STEM fields is beneficial to their growth and futures and by inspiring and encouraging young minds to develop a growing interest in STEM education, science fairs expose pupils to opportunities in STEM fields.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:

Support

None on file

Opposition

None on file

Analysis Prepared by: Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800