Bill Text: MI SR0123 | 2011-2012 | 96th Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution proclaiming March 25-31, 2012, as Michigan STEM Awareness Week.
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Republican 9-3)
Status: (Passed) 2012-02-28 - Adopted [SR0123 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2011-SR0123-Enrolled.html
SR-123, As Adopted by Senate, February 28, 2012
Senators Pappageorge, Marleau, Booher, Bieda, Nofs, Jansen, Colbeck, Kahn and Hildenbrand offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 123.
A resolution proclaiming March 25-31, 2012, as Michigan STEM Awareness Week.
Whereas, An education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) is critical to our children’s future and the continued growth and prosperity of Michigan; and
Whereas, We look to deliver a world-class education that will determine Michigan’s success in the 21st century; and
Whereas, If Michigan students become inspired by science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at an early age, there is a greater likelihood they will want to enter those growing career fields when they graduate; and
Whereas, Increased awareness in our community of STEM education and STEM-related careers will advance Michigan’s workforce; and
Whereas, STEM-related careers will be pivotal in the 21st century economy; and
Whereas, A STEM education will ensure our state’s workforce will be better equipped for the jobs of tomorrow; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we hereby proclaim the week of March 25-31, 2012, as Michigan STEM Awareness Week. We call upon parents, educators, community organizations, businesses, governments, and the people of Michigan to observe the week with appropriate programs and activities.
