Bill > HR730

This bill aims to modernize mathematics education in the United States by focusing on mathematical and statistical modeling in STEM education. The bill recognizes a significant skills shortage in STEM fields, with projections suggesting the U.S. will need 1,000,000 additional STEM professionals in the coming decade. It directs the National Science Foundation (NSF) to provide competitive grants to educational institutions and nonprofit organizations to develop innovative approaches to mathematical modeling education, with a particular emphasis on data science, computational thinking, and problem-based learning. The bill seeks to address critical educational transitions, support underrepresented student groups, and create partnerships between schools, researchers, and employers. It includes provisions for professional development for educators, research on effective teaching practices, and strategies to engage students in meaningful, real-world mathematical applications. Additionally, the bill mandates a comprehensive study by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine to examine factors enhancing or hindering mathematical modeling implementation in elementary and secondary education. The legislation authorizes $10 million annually from 2026 to 2030 for STEM education initiatives and $1 million annually for the study, with the program set to expire on September 30, 2029.

Business and Industry, Health and Social Services

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/730/all-info