This measure would proclaim February 23, 2023, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.

This measure would proclaim February 23, 2023, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.

This measure would proclaim February 23, 2023, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.

WHEREAS, February 23, 2023, is recognized nationally and internationally as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day; and

WHEREAS, Women have contributed to the diverse fields of engineering both historically and currently, yet remain underrepresented in both education programs and the workforce; and

WHEREAS, In 1960, less than 1 percent of recorded engineers were women; and

WHEREAS, The number of women employed in architecture and engineering had risen to 14 percent by 2011; and

WHEREAS, Women account for only one-fifth of bachelors degrees, one-quarter of masters degrees, and nearly one-quarter of doctorates in engineering; and

WHEREAS, Female science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) graduates earn less than their male counterparts; and

WHEREAS, According to the 2015 results of the Program for International Student Assessment, one in 20 boys, but less than one in 200 girls, expect a career in information and computer technologies; and

WHEREAS, A myriad of organizations and programs in the United States are committed to combating the gender gap in engineering by encouraging women and girls to explore male-dominated STEM fields; and

WHEREAS, California is a world leader in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; and

WHEREAS, California remains committed to the principles of gender equality; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That February 23, 2023, is hereby commemorated by the Legislature as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day; and be it further

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

WHEREAS, February 23, 2023, is recognized nationally and internationally as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day; and

WHEREAS, Women have contributed to the diverse fields of engineering both historically and currently, yet remain underrepresented in both education programs and the workforce; and

WHEREAS, In 1960, less than 1 percent of recorded engineers were women; and

WHEREAS, The number of women employed in architecture and engineering had risen to 14 percent by 2011; and

WHEREAS, Women account for only one-fifth of bachelors degrees, one-quarter of masters degrees, and nearly one-quarter of doctorates in engineering; and

WHEREAS, Female science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) graduates earn less than their male counterparts; and

WHEREAS, According to the 2015 results of the Program for International Student Assessment, one in 20 boys, but less than one in 200 girls, expect a career in information and computer technologies; and

WHEREAS, A myriad of organizations and programs in the United States are committed to combating the gender gap in engineering by encouraging women and girls to explore male-dominated STEM fields; and

WHEREAS, California is a world leader in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; and

WHEREAS, California remains committed to the principles of gender equality; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That February 23, 2023, is hereby commemorated by the Legislature as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day; and be it further

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

WHEREAS, February 23, 2023, is recognized nationally and internationally as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day; and

WHEREAS, Women have contributed to the diverse fields of engineering both historically and currently, yet remain underrepresented in both education programs and the workforce; and

WHEREAS, In 1960, less than 1 percent of recorded engineers were women; and

WHEREAS, The number of women employed in architecture and engineering had risen to 14 percent by 2011; and

WHEREAS, Women account for only one-fifth of bachelors degrees, one-quarter of masters degrees, and nearly one-quarter of doctorates in engineering; and

WHEREAS, Female science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) graduates earn less than their male counterparts; and

WHEREAS, According to the 2015 results of the Program for International Student Assessment, one in 20 boys, but less than one in 200 girls, expect a career in information and computer technologies; and

WHEREAS, A myriad of organizations and programs in the United States are committed to combating the gender gap in engineering by encouraging women and girls to explore male-dominated STEM fields; and

WHEREAS, California is a world leader in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; and

WHEREAS, California remains committed to the principles of gender equality; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That February 23, 2023, is hereby commemorated by the Legislature as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day; 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 8

Author: Luz Rivas (D), et al.

Introduced: 1/25/23

Vote: 21

ASSEMBLY FLOOR: Read and adopted, 2/23/23

SUBJECT: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

SOURCE: American Council of Engineering Companies, California

DIGEST:

This resolution proclaims February 23, 2023, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.

ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. February 23, 2023, is recognized nationally and internationally as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
2. California is a world leader in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and remains committed to the principles of gender equality.
3. Women have contributed to the diverse fields of engineering both historically and currently, yet remain underrepresented in both education programs and the workforce.
4. In 1960, less than 1% of recorded engineers were women; and, the number of women employed in architecture and engineering had risen to 14% by 2011.
5. According to the 2015 results of the Program for International Student Assessment, one in 20 boys, but less than one in 200 girls, expect a career in information and computer technologies.
6. A myriad of organizations and programs in the United States are committed to combating the gender gap in engineering by encouraging women and girls to explore male-dominated STEM fields.

This resolution proclaims February 23, 2023, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.

Comments

According to the author,

As an engineer, I am proud to introduce ACR 8, which proclaims February 23, 2023, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day. Although there have been some improvements in the past few years, the gender gap in the engineering profession persists. As a leader in engineering and champion of gender equality, California celebrates the importance of introducing girls to engineering.

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

SUPPORT: (Verified 3/6/23)

American Council of Engineering Companies, California (source)

Professional Engineers in California Government

Sacramento Municipal Utility District

OPPOSITION: (Verified 3/6/23)

None received

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

3/8/23 15:10:33

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ASSEMBLY THIRD READING

ATR Bill Id:ACR 8

Author:(Luz Rivas)

As Introduced Ver:January 25, 2023

Majority vote

SUMMARY

Proclaims February 23, 2023, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.

Major Provisions

1. February 23, 2023, is recognized nationally and internationally as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
2. California is a world leader in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and remains committed to the principles of gender equality.
3. Women have contributed to the diverse fields of engineering both historically and currently, yet remain underrepresented in both education programs and the workforce.
4. In 1960, less than 1% of recorded engineers were women; and, the number of women employed in architecture and engineering had risen to 14% by 2011.
5. According to the 2015 results of the Program for International Student Assessment, one in 20 boys, but less than one in 200 girls, expect a career in information and computer technologies.
6. A myriad of organizations and programs in the United States are committed to combating the gender gap in engineering by encouraging women and girls to explore male-dominated STEM fields.

COMMENTS

According to the Author

As an engineer, I am proud to introduce ACR 8, which proclaims February 23, 2023, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day. Although there have been some improvements in the past few years, the gender gap in the engineering profession persists. As a leader in engineering and champion of gender equality, California celebrates the importance of introducing girls to engineering.

Arguments in Support

The Professional Engineers in California Government writes in support: "PECG supports gender equity and the inclusion of women in the engineering fields, and spends a significant amount of time, effort, and financial resources supporting science and engineering fairs and providing scholarships to future engineers."

Arguments in Opposition

None on file

FISCAL COMMENTS

No fiscal impact

VOTES

ASM RULES: 11-0-2

YES: Ramos, Waldron, Juan Carrillo, Essayli, Flora, Low, Ortega, Pacheco, Papan, Pellerin, Valencia

ABS, ABST OR NV: Addis, Blanca Rubio

UPDATED

VERSION: January 25, 2023

CONSULTANT: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0000006

Date of Hearing: February 9, 2023

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES

James Ramos, Chair

ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 8 (

Author:Luz Rivas) – As Introduced Ver:January 25, 2023

SUBJECT: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.

SUMMARY: Proclaims February 23, 2023, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. February 23, 2023, is recognized nationally and internationally as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
2. California is a world leader in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and remains committed to the principles of gender equality.
3. Women have contributed to the diverse fields of engineering both historically and currently, yet remain underrepresented in both education programs and the workforce.
4. In 1960, less than 1 percent of recorded engineers were women; and, the number of women employed in architecture and engineering had risen to 14 percent by 2011.
5. According to the 2015 results of the Program for International Student Assessment, one in 20 boys, but less than one in 200 girls, expect a career in information and computer technologies.
6. A myriad of organizations and programs in the United States are committed to combating the gender gap in engineering by encouraging women and girls to explore male-dominated STEM fields.

FISCAL EFFECT: None

REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:

Support

Professional Engineers in California Government (PECG)

Opposition

None on file

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