H.R. 321 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Inspiring the Next Space Pioneers, Innovators, Researchers, and Explorers (INSPIRE) Women Act
H.R. 321 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Jan 5, 2017, sponsored by Barbara Comstock with 68 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 5, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 68
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Public law
- Public Law 115-7
What it does
Inspiring the Next Space Pioneers, Innovators, Researchers, and Explorers (INSPIRE) Women Act (Sec. 3) This bill directs the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to encourage women and girls to study science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), pursue careers in aerospace, and further advance the nation's space science and exploration efforts through support of the following initiatives: NASA GIRLS…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Barbara Comstock (R-VA). Co-sponsors: 16 Democrats, 52 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 5, 2017
- Passed the HouseJan 10, 2017
- Passed the SenateFeb 14, 2017
- Sent to the PresidentFeb 16, 2017
- Became lawFeb 28, 2017
Latest action: Signed by President. (Feb 28, 2017)
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Committees
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
- Science, Space, and Technology Committee
More
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