This measure would recognize the week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, as Engineers Week.

This measure would recognize the week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, as Engineers Week.

This measure would recognize the week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, as Engineers Week.

WHEREAS, The week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, is being observed by state and national engineering organizations as Engineers Week, during which time a number of observances will take place in California; and

WHEREAS, Engineers Week is celebrating its 73rd anniversary with the theme Welcome to the Future; and

WHEREAS, Engineers Week promotes recognition among parents, teachers, and students of the importance of a technical education and a high level of mathematics, science, and technology literacy, and motivates youth to pursue engineering careers and participate in a diverse and vigorous engineering workforce; and

WHEREAS, California leads the world in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, inspiring and preparing all of its students to seize the opportunities of the global society through innovation, inquiry, collaboration, and creative problem solving; and

WHEREAS, According to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 1,700,000 practicing engineers in the United States, and according to the Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists, there are over 96,000 active, licensed engineers in the State of California; and

WHEREAS, Engineers work drives our economy, and many experts predict that the United States needs to produce more engineers in order to meet future demand and to stay competitive in the global marketplace; and

WHEREAS, Engineers practice in a number of important specialties, including civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, geotechnical, chemical, control systems, fire protection, nuclear, industrial, petroleum, metallurgical, agricultural, and traffic, and through these special disciplines, a complete range of engineering services is provided to both the private and public sectors in California; and

WHEREAS, Professional engineers are leaders in the development of more efficient, environmentally sustainable, technologically advanced designs relating to water quality, sewage treatment, sanitary engineering, flood control, structural integrity of buildings and bridges, seismic safety, cleanup of hazardous waste and toxic sites, and public transportation, including highways, rail, waterways, and airports; and

WHEREAS, Californias engineers apply their unique knowledge and skill to help communities grow, thrive, and remain safe, and are truly dedicated to building a better California; and

WHEREAS, It is appropriate at this time to recognize the contributions of engineering professionals to the betterment of humankind; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That in recognition of the services bestowed upon the citizens of the State of California by engineers, the Legislature hereby recognizes the week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, as Engineers Week; and be it further

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

WHEREAS, The week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, is being observed by state and national engineering organizations as Engineers Week, during which time a number of observances will take place in California; and

WHEREAS, Engineers Week is celebrating its 73rd anniversary with the theme Welcome to the Future; and

WHEREAS, Engineers Week promotes recognition among parents, teachers, and students of the importance of a technical education and a high level of mathematics, science, and technology literacy, and motivates youth to pursue engineering careers and participate in a diverse and vigorous engineering workforce; and

WHEREAS, California leads the world in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, inspiring and preparing all of its students to seize the opportunities of the global society through innovation, inquiry, collaboration, and creative problem solving; and

WHEREAS, According to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 1,700,000 practicing engineers in the United States, and according to the Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists, there are over 96,000 active, licensed engineers in the State of California; and

WHEREAS, Engineers work drives our economy, and many experts predict that the United States needs to produce more engineers in order to meet future demand and to stay competitive in the global marketplace; and

WHEREAS, Engineers practice in a number of important specialties, including civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, geotechnical, chemical, control systems, fire protection, nuclear, industrial, petroleum, metallurgical, agricultural, and traffic, and through these special disciplines, a complete range of engineering services is provided to both the private and public sectors in California; and

WHEREAS, Professional engineers are leaders in the development of more efficient, environmentally sustainable, technologically advanced designs relating to water quality, sewage treatment, sanitary engineering, flood control, structural integrity of buildings and bridges, seismic safety, cleanup of hazardous waste and toxic sites, and public transportation, including highways, rail, waterways, and airports; and

WHEREAS, Californias engineers apply their unique knowledge and skill to help communities grow, thrive, and remain safe, and are truly dedicated to building a better California; and

WHEREAS, It is appropriate at this time to recognize the contributions of engineering professionals to the betterment of humankind; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That in recognition of the services bestowed upon the citizens of the State of California by engineers, the Legislature hereby recognizes the week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, as Engineers Week; and be it further

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

WHEREAS, The week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, is being observed by state and national engineering organizations as Engineers Week, during which time a number of observances will take place in California; and

WHEREAS, Engineers Week is celebrating its 73rd anniversary with the theme Welcome to the Future; and

WHEREAS, Engineers Week promotes recognition among parents, teachers, and students of the importance of a technical education and a high level of mathematics, science, and technology literacy, and motivates youth to pursue engineering careers and participate in a diverse and vigorous engineering workforce; and

WHEREAS, California leads the world in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, inspiring and preparing all of its students to seize the opportunities of the global society through innovation, inquiry, collaboration, and creative problem solving; and

WHEREAS, According to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 1,700,000 practicing engineers in the United States, and according to the Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists, there are over 96,000 active, licensed engineers in the State of California; and

WHEREAS, Engineers work drives our economy, and many experts predict that the United States needs to produce more engineers in order to meet future demand and to stay competitive in the global marketplace; and

WHEREAS, Engineers practice in a number of important specialties, including civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, geotechnical, chemical, control systems, fire protection, nuclear, industrial, petroleum, metallurgical, agricultural, and traffic, and through these special disciplines, a complete range of engineering services is provided to both the private and public sectors in California; and

WHEREAS, Professional engineers are leaders in the development of more efficient, environmentally sustainable, technologically advanced designs relating to water quality, sewage treatment, sanitary engineering, flood control, structural integrity of buildings and bridges, seismic safety, cleanup of hazardous waste and toxic sites, and public transportation, including highways, rail, waterways, and airports; and

WHEREAS, Californias engineers apply their unique knowledge and skill to help communities grow, thrive, and remain safe, and are truly dedicated to building a better California; and

WHEREAS, It is appropriate at this time to recognize the contributions of engineering professionals to the betterment of humankind; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That in recognition of the services bestowed upon the citizens of the State of California by engineers, the Legislature hereby recognizes the week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, as Engineers Week; and be it further

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

 THIRD READING 

Bill No: ACR 127

Author: Irwin (D), et al.

Introduced: 1/17/24

Vote: 21

ASSEMBLY FLOOR: Read and adopted, 2/22/24

SUBJECT: Engineers Week

SOURCE: American Council of Engineering Companies of California

DIGEST:

This resolution recognizes the week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, as Engineers Week.

ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. The week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, is being observed by state and national engineering organizations as Engineers Week, during which time a number of observances will take place in California.
2. Engineers Week is celebrating its 73rd anniversary with the theme "Welcome to the Future". Engineers Week promotes recognition among parents, teachers, and students of the importance of a technical education and a high level of mathematics, science, and technology literacy, and motivates youth to pursue engineering careers and participate in a diverse and vigorous engineering workforce.
3. California leads the world in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, inspiring and preparing all of its students to seize the opportunities of the global society through innovation, inquiry, collaboration, and creative problem solving.
4. According to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 1.7 million practicing engineers in the United States, and according to the Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists, there are over 96,000 active, licensed engineers in the State of California.
5. Engineers' work drives our economy, and many experts predict that the United States needs to produce more engineers in order to meet future demand and to stay competitive in the global marketplace.
6. Professional engineers are leaders in the development of more efficient, environmentally sustainable, technologically advanced designs relating to water quality, sewage treatment, sanitary engineering, flood control, structural integrity of buildings and bridges, seismic safety, cleanup of hazardous waste and toxic sites, and public transportation, including highways, rail, waterways, and airports.
7. California's engineers apply their unique knowledge and skill to help communities grow, thrive, and remain safe, and are truly dedicated to building a better California.

This resolution, in recognition of the services bestowed upon the citizens of the State of California by engineers, recognizes the week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, as Engineers Week.

Comments

According to the author,

This resolution will honor the 1.7 million practicing engineers that call California home. Our engineers help California lead the world in STEM achievements. This year marks the 73rd anniversary of Engineers Week, the theme being "Welcome to the Future," celebrating a broader, more diverse future in the sector.

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

SUPPORT: (Verified 3/4/24)

American Council of Engineering Companies of California (source)

American Society of Civil Engineers

OPPOSITION: (Verified 3/4/24)

None received

Prepared by: Jonas Austin / SFA / (916) 651-1520

3/6/24 14:20:15

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ASSEMBLY THIRD READING

ATR Bill Id:ACR 127

Author:(Irwin)

As Introduced Ver:January 17, 2024

Majority vote

SUMMARY

Recognizes the week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, as Engineers Week.

Major Provisions

1. The week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, is being observed by state and national engineering organizations as Engineers Week, during which time a number of observances will take place in California.
2. Engineers Week is celebrating its 73rd anniversary with the theme "Welcome to the Future". Engineers Week promotes recognition among parents, teachers, and students of the importance of a technical education and a high level of mathematics, science, and technology literacy, and motivates youth to pursue engineering careers and participate in a diverse and vigorous engineering workforce.
3. California leads the world in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, inspiring and preparing all of its students to seize the opportunities of the global society through innovation, inquiry, collaboration, and creative problem solving.
4. According to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 1.7 million practicing engineers in the United States, and according to the Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists, there are over 96,000 active, licensed engineers in the State of California.
5. Engineers' work drives our economy, and many experts predict that the United States needs to produce more engineers in order to meet future demand and to stay competitive in the global marketplace.
6. Professional engineers are leaders in the development of more efficient, environmentally sustainable, technologically advanced designs relating to water quality, sewage treatment, sanitary engineering, flood control, structural integrity of buildings and bridges, seismic safety, cleanup of hazardous waste and toxic sites, and public transportation, including highways, rail, waterways, and airports.
7. California's engineers apply their unique knowledge and skill to help communities grow, thrive, and remain safe, and are truly dedicated to building a better California.

COMMENTS

According to the Author

This resolution will honor the 1.7 million practicing engineers that call California home. Our engineers help California lead the world in STEM achievements. This year marks the 73rd anniversary of Engineers Week, the theme being "Welcome to the Future," celebrating a broader, more diverse future in the sector.

Arguments in Support

The American Society of Civil Engineers write in support: "Engineers are at the forefront in addressing the significant technological challenges of our time – from rebuilding towns devastated by natural disasters, cleaning up the environment, and assuring safe, clean, and efficient energy sources to designing information systems that will speed our country into the future. Society will look more than ever to engineers and their knowledge and skills to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century."

Arguments in Opposition

None on file

FISCAL COMMENTS

No fiscal impact. This resolution is keyed non-fiscal by Legislative Counsel.

VOTES

ASM RULES: 8-0-3

YES: Pacheco, Mathis, Cervantes, Flora, Holden, Jones-Sawyer, Low, Maienschein

ABS, ABST OR NV: Friedman, Ting, Waldron

UPDATED

VERSION: January 17, 2024

CONSULTANT: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0002635

ASSEMBLY THIRD READING

ATR Bill Id:ACR 127

Author:(Irwin)

As Introduced Ver:January 17, 2024

Majority vote

SUMMARY

Recognizes the week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, as Engineers Week.

Major Provisions

1. The week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, is being observed by state and national engineering organizations as Engineers Week, during which time a number of observances will take place in California.
2. Engineers Week is celebrating its 73rd anniversary with the theme “Welcome to the Future”. Engineers Week promotes recognition among parents, teachers, and students of the importance of a technical education and a high level of mathematics, science, and technology literacy, and motivates youth to pursue engineering careers and participate in a diverse and vigorous engineering workforce.
3. California leads the world in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, inspiring and preparing all of its students to seize the opportunities of the global society through innovation, inquiry, collaboration, and creative problem solving.
4. According to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 1.7 million practicing engineers in the United States, and according to the Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists, there are over 96,000 active, licensed engineers in the State of California.
5. Engineers’ work drives our economy, and many experts predict that the United States needs to produce more engineers in order to meet future demand and to stay competitive in the global marketplace.
6. Professional engineers are leaders in the development of more efficient, environmentally sustainable, technologically advanced designs relating to water quality, sewage treatment, sanitary engineering, flood control, structural integrity of buildings and bridges, seismic safety, cleanup of hazardous waste and toxic sites, and public transportation, including highways, rail, waterways, and airports.
7. California’s engineers apply their unique knowledge and skill to help communities grow, thrive, and remain safe, and are truly dedicated to building a better California.

COMMENTS

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According to the Author

This resolution will honor the 1.7 million practicing engineers that call California home. Our engineers help California lead the world in STEM achievements. This year marks the 73rd anniversary of Engineers Week, the theme being "Welcome to the Future," celebrating a broader, more diverse future in the sector.

Arguments in Support

The American Society of Civil Engineers write in support: “Engineers are at the forefront in addressing the significant technological challenges of our time – from rebuilding towns devastated by natural disasters, cleaning up the environment, and assuring safe, clean, and efficient energy sources to designing information systems that will speed our country into the future. Society will look more than ever to engineers and their knowledge and skills to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century.”

Arguments in Opposition

None on file

FISCAL COMMENTS

No fiscal impact. This resolution is keyed non-fiscal by Legislative Counsel.

VOTES

ASM RULES: 8-0-3

YES: Pacheco, Mathis, Cervantes, Flora, Holden, Jones-Sawyer, Low, Maienschein

ABS, ABST OR NV: Friedman, Ting, Waldron

UPDATED

VERSION: January 17, 2024

CONSULTANT: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0002635

Date of Hearing: February 12, 2024

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES

Blanca Pacheco, Chair

ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 127 (

Author:Irwin) – As Introduced Ver:January 17, 2024

SUBJECT: Engineers Week.

SUMMARY: Recognizes the week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, as Engineers Week. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. The week of February 18, 2024, to February 24, 2024, is being observed by state and national engineering organizations as Engineers Week, during which time a number of observances will take place in California.
2. Engineers Week is celebrating its 73rd anniversary with the theme “Welcome to the Future”. Engineers Week promotes recognition among parents, teachers, and students of the importance of a technical education and a high level of mathematics, science, and technology literacy, and motivates youth to pursue engineering careers and participate in a diverse and vigorous engineering workforce.
3. California leads the world in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, inspiring and preparing all of its students to seize the opportunities of the global society through innovation, inquiry, collaboration, and creative problem solving.
4. According to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 1.7 million practicing engineers in the United States, and according to the Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists, there are over 96,000 active, licensed engineers in the State of California.
5. Engineers’ work drives our economy, and many experts predict that the United States needs to produce more engineers in order to meet future demand and to stay competitive in the global marketplace.
6. Professional engineers are leaders in the development of more efficient, environmentally sustainable, technologically advanced designs relating to water quality, sewage treatment, sanitary engineering, flood control, structural integrity of buildings and bridges, seismic safety, cleanup of hazardous waste and toxic sites, and public transportation, including highways, rail, waterways, and airports.
7. California’s engineers apply their unique knowledge and skill to help communities grow, thrive, and remain safe, and are truly dedicated to building a better California.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:

Support

American Society of Civil Engineers, Region 9

Opposition

None on file

Analysis Prepared by: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800