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Funding Accounting Education as Part of STEM Programs in Schools.

This law allows schools to use federal education grants (Student Support Grants) to introduce and expand accounting courses and career awareness programs, treating accounting as a STEM field. The goal is to increase access for students, especially those from underrepresented groups, to high-quality financial and technological education starting in elementary and secondary school. This provides students with better future career opportunities.
Key points
Schools can now use federal grant funds to create or improve accounting courses and career awareness programs.
Accounting is officially promoted as part of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education in elementary and secondary schools.
The changes aim to increase diversity and the number of students pursuing accounting careers, positively impacting the future workforce.
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Print number: 118_HR_3541
Sponsor: Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11]
Process start date: 2023-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Accounting STEM Pursuit Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3541.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools can now use federal grant funds to create or improve accounting courses and career awareness programs.
  • Accounting is officially promoted as part of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education in elementary and secondary schools.
  • The changes aim to increase diversity and the number of students pursuing accounting careers, positively impacting the future workforce.
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 Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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