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GA SR1130

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/10/2016

Primary Sponsor

John Albers

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes May 6, 2016, as Georgia STEM Day at the state capitol, commending science, technology, engineering, and math education for its role in workforce development and economic competitiveness
  • Highlights Georgia's national leadership in five industries—health information technology, information security, communication services, financial technology, and logistics—which combined generate more than $80 billion in annual revenue
  • Notes that nearly 211,000 technology jobs were projected to exist in Georgia by 2018, underscoring the need to foster student interest in STEM careers
  • Acknowledges TAG Education Collaborative, community partners, K-12 schools, companies, and universities for joining together to celebrate STEM and engage students
  • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to TAG Education Collaborative

Legislative Description

Georgia STEM Day; recognize May 6

Last Action

Senate Read and Adopted

3/10/2016

Full Bill Text

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