Bill · H.Res. 718· House(119-HRES-718)
Expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.
- Introduced
- 9/15/2025
- Last activity
- 9/15/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Luz Rivas
- Cosponsors
- - 20 - 1
- 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 increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). It notes that while the Latino population is growing rapidly, they remain underrepresented in the STEM workforce. The text highlights that STEM careers offer greater economic mobility and higher wages compared to non-STEM careers. It also points to gaps in college preparation and financial aid access faced by many Latino students. Finally, the resolution encourages increased Federal support to boost Latino participation in these fields to benefit the national economy.
Yes· 3 of 9
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+6
The resolution seeks to increase representation, financial aid access, and career opportunities specifically for the Latino community.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+5
The resolution specifically targets the career paths of young professionals entering STEM fields.
Would students be better off under this?+5
The resolution advocates for better support and preparation for students pursuing higher education in STEM.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Economic Empowerment: The resolution supports increasing Latino individuals in STEM to promote economic empowerment and sustainability for both their community and the overall United States economy (Resolution Section 1).
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Workforce Performance: A commitment toward diversity and inclusion is recognized as something that can improve the performance of the STEM workforce (Resolution Section 3).
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National Leadership and Security: Greater investment in the Latino community is intended to help develop talented workers, reduce dependence on foreign workers, and secure the Nation's future as a leader in STEM (Resolution Section 3).
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Career Opportunities: The text notes that STEM career paths provide greater opportunities for economic mobility and wages that are roughly 65 percent higher than the national average (Whereas clauses).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Hispanic Americans+6Good For Students+5Good For Young Adults+5Good For Low Income Households+4
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+3Increases Job Creation+3
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+4Increases Scientific Research Funding+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+5
- 10/3/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/15/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 20 Cosponsors added.
Yassamin AnsariDemocrat · Arizona
Nanette BarragánDemocrat · California
Kathy CastorDemocrat · Florida
Yvette ClarkeDemocrat · New York
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Joaquin CastroDemocrat · Texas
Adriano EspaillatDemocrat · New York
Maxwell FrostDemocrat · Florida
Sylvia GarciaDemocrat · Texas
Zoe LofgrenDemocrat · California
John MannionDemocrat · New York
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Raul RuizDemocrat · California
Maria SalazarRepublican · Florida
Darren SotoDemocrat · Florida
Haley StevensDemocrat · Michigan
Melanie StansburyDemocrat · New Mexico
Andrea SalinasDemocrat · Oregon
Paul TonkoDemocrat · New York
Norma TorresDemocrat · California
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan