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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

Floor Speech

Date: July 22, 2014
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Employment and Affirmative Action Education

Mr. GARCIA. Madam Speaker, I rise to support education in the STEM fields--science, technology, engineering, and math--especially as more than 60 percent of U.S. employers face difficulties finding qualified workers in the STEM fields, it is essential that we support education in the STEM fields to remain competitive in a 21st century global economy.

That is why I have introduced the Innovative STEM Networks Act, which will establish a grant program for school districts to create partnerships with universities, business, and local nonprofits to support learning in the STEM fields.

Schools like FIU, Miami Dade College, and the University of Miami have dedicated resources to ensuring their students have a strong foundation in STEM subjects, and my bill will replicate this success for students preparing to enter college or the workforce.

I urge my colleagues to work with me to create jobs and spur economic growth by supporting STEM education.


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