Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HJR1323

Introduced
4/3/24  
Engrossed
4/9/24  
Enrolled
4/16/24  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to recognize and honor Gig City Girls for its outstanding commitment to furthering STEM education for young women throughout Hamilton County.

Impact

The resolution highlights the efforts of Gig City Girls, which was founded by educators in Hamilton County and is supported by local organizations and businesses. By operating coding clubs across as many as twenty-eight schools, the organization equips young women with essential skills in coding and robotics. This initiative not only enriches the local educational landscape but also instills the confidence needed for young women to pursue careers in technology, a field historically dominated by men. The resolution aims to foster community involvement and support for initiatives that enhance girls' education in STEM.

Summary

House Joint Resolution 1323 (HJR1323) seeks to recognize and honor Gig City Girls, an organization dedicated to advancing STEM education for young women in Hamilton County. This resolution is a formal acknowledgment of the organization's significant contributions through its commitment to providing young girls with exposure to STEM fields, particularly in coding and technology. The initiative encourages girls from an early age to explore potential career paths in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, effectively addressing the gender gap in these crucial areas.

Contention

While the resolution is largely celebratory in nature, it serves as a commentary on the broader societal need for increased support and recognition of women in STEM. There may be underlying discussions regarding the allocation of educational resources and the importance of such initiatives in attracting girls to fields where they have been underrepresented. However, the resolution does not appear to face significant opposition, reflecting a shared agreement on the importance of empowering young women through education and providing them with the tools to succeed in the evolving job market.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN HCR66

Recognizing I Am My Sisters Keeper For Its Outstanding Contributions To The Empowerment And Advancement Of Girls And Young Women In The State Of Delaware.

TN HCR101

Recognizing March 24, 2024 As Women And Girls In Stem Day In The State Of Delaware.

TN HCR21

Recognizing March 25, 2025, As Women And Girls In Stem Day In The State Of Delaware.

TN HCR21

Recognizing March 24, 2023 As Women And Girls In Stem Day In The State Of Delaware.

TN SJR0772

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Derrick Rush Hamilton, ranked 3rd in the Bartlett High School Class of 2023.

TN SR12

Commends Boys and Girls Clubs in Louisiana for their outstanding commitment to children, teens, and families, and recognizes the week beginning April 12, 2021, as Boys and Girls Clubs in Louisiana Week.

TN SCR20

Women and Girls in STEM Week.

TN SCR15

Women and Girls in STEM Week.

TN SCR85

Women and Girls in STEM Week.

TN HJR1361

A RESOLUTION to honor the coaches and members of the Roane County High School Lady Jackets girls' soccer team on an excellent 2023 season.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.