Expressing support for designation of March 14, 2016, as "National Pi Day".
Latest action · Mar 14, 2016 Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Progress
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- IntroducedMar 14, 2016
- Agreed to in HouseNot reached
Summary
Supports the designation of a "Pi Day" and its celebration around the world.
Recognizes the continuing importance of the math and science education programs of the National Science Foundation.
Encourages schools and educators to observe the day with appropriate activities that teach students about Pi and engage them in the study of mathematics.
Cosponsors 6
Members who signed on, in the order they did. Signatures ran from Mar 14, 2016 to Mar 15, 2016, with 5 there on the day it was introduced.
| Seat | Cosponsor | Signed on | |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-NJ | Bonnie Watson Coleman | Original | Mar 14, 2016 |
| D-MI | Brenda L. Lawrence | Original | Mar 14, 2016 |
| D-NY | Charles B. Rangel | Original | Mar 14, 2016 |
| D-FL | Corrine Brown | Original | Mar 14, 2016 |
| D-GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | Original | Mar 14, 2016 |
| D-NY | Carolyn B. Maloney | Mar 15, 2016 |
Actions 2
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- Mar 14, 2016Introduced in House
- Mar 14, 2016Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
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- Mar 14, 2016Introduced in House
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