Bill · H.Res. 221· House(119-HRES-221)

Expressing support for designation of March 14, 2025, as "National Pi Day".

Age: 71 years

Illinois

Introduced: 3/14/2025
Last activity: 3/14/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Sponsored by: Bill Foster
Cosponsors: - 9 - 2

Science, Technology, Communications

Introduced
In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution expresses support for designating March 14, 2025, as ``National Pi Day''. The measure highlights the mathematical importance of Pi as a fundamental constant in science and engineering. It notes that the United States needs to reinforce math and science education to prepare children for a 21st-century economy. The resolution points to international study data showing American children are being outperformed in these subjects. Finally, it seeks to recognize the National Science Foundation's role in driving innovation in education.

Yes· 3 of 4

Would children be better off under this?+2
The resolution explicitly aims to engage children in math and science education.
Would students be better off under this?+2
The measure encourages educational engagement and awareness specifically for students through Pi Day.
Does this put more money into public schools?+1
The resolution encourages schools to host activities, which may indirectly impact school engagement and interest in STEM.