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STEM Education Support: Fund for Schools and Educational Programs

This act establishes a fund to support hands-on learning opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) for students. It aims to help schools and non-profit organizations financially impacted by the pandemic, ensuring children have access to innovative learning and skill development.
Key points
Creation of a STEM Promotion Fund, allocating $200 million to support STEM education in schools and non-profit programs.
Funds will primarily go to disadvantaged schools or those with a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunches, and to non-profit programs serving these schools.
The money is intended for hands-on activities, remote learning, after-school programs, and innovative projects like robotics competitions.
Programs and schools receiving support will be required to provide matching funds equal to 100% of the grant amount.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_257
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2021-02-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Emergency Support for STEM Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_257.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a STEM Promotion Fund, allocating $200 million to support STEM education in schools and non-profit programs.
  • Funds will primarily go to disadvantaged schools or those with a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunches, and to non-profit programs serving these schools.
  • The money is intended for hands-on activities, remote learning, after-school programs, and innovative projects like robotics competitions.
  • Programs and schools receiving support will be required to provide matching funds equal to 100% of the grant amount.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Education Public Investments