Relating to computer science education; declaring an emergency.
Summary
Directs Department of Education, in consultation with STEM Investment Council, to develop statewide, long-term strategic plan to provide computer science education. Requires department to coordinate with council to submit annual report to interim committee of Legislative Assembly related to education. Sunsets January 2, 2028. Establishes computer science as subject for which department must provide academic content standards. Encourages school districts and public charter schools to offer students courses or other instructional opportunities in computer science. Declares emergency, effective on passage.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2022
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 1, 2022
Last action Mar 4, 2022
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Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
7
Key actions
2
Committee
4
Mar 4, 2022
Upper · Passed
In committee upon adjournment.
upper
Feb 14, 2022
Committee
Referred to Ways and Means by order of the President.
upper
Feb 14, 2022
Upper · Passed
Recommendation: Do pass with amendments and be referred to Ways and Means. (Printed A-Eng.)
upper
Feb 1, 2022
Committee
Referred to Education.
upper
Feb 1, 2022
Introduced
Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.
upper
3 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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