Congresswoman Rivas named Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional STEM Education Caucus
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Luz Rivas (CA-29), the only Latina in Congress with a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) background, announced that she was named Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional STEM Education Caucus alongside Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D. (R-FL).
“Learning about computers in my fifth grade classroom set me on a path that allowed me to become an electrical engineer and start a non-profit that empowers young girls in STEM ,” said Congresswoman Rivas. “As lawmakers, we have a duty to support STEM programs for all students – including girls and students from underserved communities – so they will be better prepared to take on our most pressing challenges with science, including working with emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, addressing the climate crisis, and researching cures to rare diseases. I am honored to serve as Co-Chair of the Congressional STEM Education Caucus and work with Representative Dunn to utilize our experiences as STEM professionals to strengthen the current and future STEM workforce and keep America competitive on the global stage.”
“I am incredibly honored to serve as Co-Chair of the STEM Education Caucus with Representative Rivas and look forward to working with her in a bipartisan fashion to prepare the United States for a future that will rely heavily on a STEM educated workforce,” said Congressman Dunn. “Preparing the next generation of American leaders and entrepreneurs is vital to our economic future and national security. I look forward to advancing the agenda of the STEM Education Caucus in the 119th Congress and beyond.”
Background
The Congressional STEM Education Caucus promotes science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) across all education levels. The Congressional STEM Education Caucus gives Congress a meaningful forum for members, stakeholders, and advocates to discuss important issues related to STEM, including: supporting the STEM workforce; leading on advanced and emerging technologies, like AI, cybersecurity, and advanced computing; and strengthening America’s global competitiveness for the next generation.
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