ACR 19: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
- Session Year: 2025-2026
- House: Assembly
- Latest Version Date: 2025-03-18
Current Status:
Passed
(2025-03-18: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 19, Statutes of 2025.)
Introduced
In Committee
Awaiting First Chamber Vote
Passed First Chamber
In Committee
Awaiting Second Chamber Vote
Passed Second Chamber
Enacted
What does this bill do?
This resolution commemorates February 20, 2025, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day in California and encourages efforts to get girls and young women interested in engineering and other STEM fields. It notes that women remain underrepresented in engineering and highlights programs working to close that gap.
The summary is provided by generative AI which can make mistakes. For original language, please view the details in the table below.
This measure would commemorate February 20, 2025, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
This measure would commemorate February 20, 2025, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
This measure would commemorate February 20, 2025, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
WHEREAS, February 20, 2025, is recognized nationally and internationally as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day; and
WHEREAS, Women have historically made invaluable contributions to the diverse fields of engineering, yet remain underrepresented in both educational pathways and the professional workforce; and
WHEREAS, In 1970, only about 3 percent of recorded engineers were women; and
WHEREAS, By 2023, women made up approximately 30 percent of those employed in science and engineering fields; and
WHEREAS, Women currently earn about 22 percent of bachelors degrees, 31 percent of masters degrees, and nearly 26 percent of doctoral degrees in engineering; and
WHEREAS, Women hold about 15 percent of all engineering jobs, reflecting ongoing challenges in achieving gender parity in the field; and
WHEREAS, According to recent studies, 1 in 25 boys, but fewer than 1 in 150 girls, report a high interest in pursuing careers in information and computer technologies; and
WHEREAS, According to recent studies, women hold 13.7 percent globally of engineering jobs while men hold 86.3 percent of engineering jobs; and
WHEREAS, Numerous organizations and programs across the United States are dedicated to bridging the gender gap in engineering by actively encouraging young women and girls to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, which have been traditionally male-dominated; and
WHEREAS, STEM industries play a critical role in maintaining Californias status as the fifth-largest economy globally, with engineering at the forefront of innovation; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That February 20, 2025, 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 20, 2025, is recognized nationally and internationally as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day; and
WHEREAS, Women have historically made invaluable contributions to the diverse fields of engineering, yet remain underrepresented in both educational pathways and the professional workforce; and
WHEREAS, In 1970, only about 3 percent of recorded engineers were women; and
WHEREAS, By 2023, women made up approximately 30 percent of those employed in science and engineering fields; and
WHEREAS, Women currently earn about 22 percent of bachelors degrees, 31 percent of masters degrees, and nearly 26 percent of doctoral degrees in engineering; and
WHEREAS, Women hold about 15 percent of all engineering jobs, reflecting ongoing challenges in achieving gender parity in the field; and
WHEREAS, According to recent studies, 1 in 25 boys, but fewer than 1 in 150 girls, report a high interest in pursuing careers in information and computer technologies; and
WHEREAS, According to recent studies, women hold 13.7 percent globally of engineering jobs while men hold 86.3 percent of engineering jobs; and
WHEREAS, Numerous organizations and programs across the United States are dedicated to bridging the gender gap in engineering by actively encouraging young women and girls to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, which have been traditionally male-dominated; and
WHEREAS, STEM industries play a critical role in maintaining Californias status as the fifth-largest economy globally, with engineering at the forefront of innovation; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That February 20, 2025, 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 20, 2025, is recognized nationally and internationally as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day; and
WHEREAS, Women have historically made invaluable contributions to the diverse fields of engineering, yet remain underrepresented in both educational pathways and the professional workforce; and
WHEREAS, In 1970, only about 3 percent of recorded engineers were women; and
WHEREAS, By 2023, women made up approximately 30 percent of those employed in science and engineering fields; and
WHEREAS, Women currently earn about 22 percent of bachelors degrees, 31 percent of masters degrees, and nearly 26 percent of doctoral degrees in engineering; and
WHEREAS, Women hold about 15 percent of all engineering jobs, reflecting ongoing challenges in achieving gender parity in the field; and
WHEREAS, According to recent studies, 1 in 25 boys, but fewer than 1 in 150 girls, report a high interest in pursuing careers in information and computer technologies; and
WHEREAS, According to recent studies, women hold 13.7 percent globally of engineering jobs while men hold 86.3 percent of engineering jobs; and
WHEREAS, Numerous organizations and programs across the United States are dedicated to bridging the gender gap in engineering by actively encouraging young women and girls to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, which have been traditionally male-dominated; and
WHEREAS, STEM industries play a critical role in maintaining Californias status as the fifth-largest economy globally, with engineering at the forefront of innovation; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate thereof concurring, That February 20, 2025, 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.
|
Date
|
Status
|
|---|---|
| Mar 18, 2025 | Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 19, Statutes of 2025. |
| Mar 18, 2025 | Enrolled and filed with the Secretary of State at 3:30 p.m. |
| Mar 13, 2025 | In Assembly. Ordered to Engrossing and Enrolling. |
| Mar 13, 2025 | Adopted and to Assembly. (Ayes 36. Noes 0. Page 365.) |
| Mar 11, 2025 | Ordered to special consent calendar. |
| Mar 5, 2025 | From committee: Ordered to third reading. |
| Feb 26, 2025 | In Senate. To Com. on RLS. |
| Feb 24, 2025 | Adopted and to Senate. (Page 443.) |
| Feb 24, 2025 | Coauthors revised. |
| Feb 10, 2025 | From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to Third Reading. (Ayes 9. Noes 0.) (February 10). |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Jan 24, 2025 | From printer. |
| Jan 23, 2025 | Introduced. To print. |
|
Date
|
Description
|
Location
|
Votes
|
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2025 | The committee(s) on PSM recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. | Senate Floor |
Passed |
|
| Feb 10, 2025 | Be adopted. To third reading. | Assembly Standing Committee on Rules |
Passed |
This list shows positions taken on this bill by organizations on the date displayed, which is linked to the original source.
Positions by individuals are not included.
|
Organization
|
Position
|
Date
|
|---|---|---|
| California State Association Of Counties | ** Support |
SENATE RULES COMMITTEE Office of Senate Floor Analyses (916) 651-1520 Fax: (916) 327-4478 | ACR 19 |
THIRD READING
Bill No: ACR 19
Author: Macedo (R), et al.
Introduced: 1/23/25
Vote: 21
SUBJECT: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day
SOURCE: Author
DIGEST:
This resolution commemorates February 20, 2025, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- Numerous organizations and programs across the United States are dedicated to bridging the gender gap in engineering by actively encouraging young women and girls to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, which have been traditionally male-dominated.
- STEM industries play a critical role in maintaining California’s status as the fifth-largest economy globally, with engineering at the forefront of innovation. According to recent studies, women hold 13.7% globally of engineering jobs while men hold 86.3% of engineering jobs.
- Women hold about 15% of all engineering jobs, reflecting ongoing challenges in achieving gender parity in the field. Women currently earn about 22% of bachelor’s degrees, 31% of master’s degrees, and nearly 26% of doctoral degrees in engineering.
This resolution commemorates February 20, 2025, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
Related/Prior Legislation
ACR 130 (Luz Rivas, Resolution Chapter 26, Statutes of 2024)
ACR 8 (Luz Rivas, Resolution Chapter 14, Statutes of 2023)
ACR 133 (Luz Rivas, Resolution Chapter 26, Statutes of 2022)
ACR 16 (Luz Rivas, Resolution Chapter 9, Statutes of 2021)
FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No
SUPPORT: (Verified 3/4/25)
California State Association of Counties
OPPOSITION: (Verified 3/4/25)
None received
Prepared by: Aizenia Randhawa / SFA / (916) 651-1520
3/5/25 15:32:42
**** END ****
ASSEMBLY THIRD READING
ATR Bill Id:ACR 19
Author:(Macedo)
As Introduced Ver:January 23, 2025
Majority vote
SUMMARY
Commemorates February 20, 2025, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
Major Provisions
- February 20, 2025, is recognized nationally and internationally as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
- Women have historically made invaluable contributions to the diverse fields of engineering, yet remain underrepresented in both educational pathways and the professional workforce.
- In 1970, only about 3% of recorded engineers were women. By 2023, women made up approximately 30% of those employed in science and engineering fields.
- Women currently earn about 22% of bachelor's degrees, 31% of master's degrees, and nearly 26% of doctoral degrees in engineering. Women hold about 15% of all engineering jobs, reflecting ongoing challenges in achieving gender parity in the field.
- According to recent studies, women hold 13.7% globally of engineering jobs while men hold 86.3% of engineering jobs.
- Numerous organizations and programs across the United States are dedicated to bridging the gender gap in engineering by actively encouraging young women and girls to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, which have been traditionally male-dominated.
- STEM industries play a critical role in maintaining California's status as the fifth-largest economy globally, with engineering at the forefront of innovation.
COMMENTS
According to the Author
Introduce a Girl to Engineering day is very important in recognizing girls who choose to pursue engineering and other STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) careers. It is significant for the California State Legislature to uplift and celebrate girls who choose these careers, and to encourage more girls to pursue STEM careers.
Arguments in Support
None on file
Arguments in Opposition
None on file
FISCAL COMMENTS
No fiscal impact. This resolution is keyed non-fiscal by Legislative Counsel.
VOTES
ASM RULES: 9-0-2
YES: Pacheco, Lackey, Ahrens, Mark González, Irwin, Krell, Patel, Michelle Rodriguez, Sanchez
ABS, ABST OR NV: Flora, Zbur
UPDATED
VERSION: January 23, 2025
CONSULTANT: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800 FN: 0000022
Date of Hearing: February 10, 2025
ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES
Blanca Pacheco, Chair
ABPCA Bill Id:ACR 19 (
Author:Macedo) – As Introduced Ver:January 23, 2025
SUBJECT: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
SUMMARY: Commemorates February 20, 2025, as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day. Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative findings:
- February 20, 2025, is recognized nationally and internationally as Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day.
- Women have historically made invaluable contributions to the diverse fields of engineering, yet remain underrepresented in both educational pathways and the professional workforce.
- In 1970, only about 3 percent of recorded engineers were women. By 2023, women made up approximately 30 percent of those employed in science and engineering fields.
- Women currently earn about 22 percent of bachelor’s degrees, 31 percent of master’s degrees, and nearly 26 percent of doctoral degrees in engineering. Women hold about 15 percent of all engineering jobs, reflecting ongoing challenges in achieving gender parity in the field.
- According to recent studies, women hold 13.7 percent globally of engineering jobs while men hold 86.3 percent of engineering jobs.
- Numerous organizations and programs across the United States are dedicated to bridging the gender gap in engineering by actively encouraging young women and girls to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, which have been traditionally male-dominated.
- STEM industries play a critical role in maintaining California’s status as the fifth-largest economy globally, with engineering at the forefront of innovation.
FISCAL EFFECT: This resolution is keyed non-fiscal by Legislative Counsel.
REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:
Support
None on file
Opposition
None on file
Analysis Prepared by: Michael Erke / RLS. / (916) 319-2800
Bill Author
Bill Co-Author(s):
