Women and Underrepresented Minorities in STEM Booster Act of 2025

# Women and Underrepresented Minorities in STEM Booster Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to increase participation of women and underrepresented minorities in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically include funding for programs, scholarships, educational initiatives, or workplace policies designed to recruit and support these groups in STEM careers and education. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect women and underrepresented minorities pursuing or working in STEM fields, as well as educational institutions, employers, and government agencies involved in STEM education and workforce development.

It could also impact federal budgets if it allocates funding to new programs. **Current Status** The bill (HR 3124) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Marilyn Strickland (D-WA) and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. For more details about specific programs or funding amounts, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.