SCR 132: California STEAM Robotics Day.

WHEREAS, American pupils deserve access to a high-quality education in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) for their future, California’s future, and the nation’s future; and

WHEREAS, There is a strong need to recognize California’s STEAM leadership in technological advancement, innovation technology, and robotics because it is vital in promoting the 21st century skills of teamwork, problem solving, and technological literacy; and

WHEREAS, Vocational education serves as an integral educational pathway, providing valuable STEAM skills in trades such as construction, automotive, information technology, and health care; and

WHEREAS, Career and Technical Educational (CTE) programs and the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) provide high quality STEAM learning, teaching industry-level topics such as the engineering design process; and

WHEREAS, Increased investments in STEAM and robotics ensure that California’s pupils have more opportunities to secure jobs in the fields of engineering, biotechnology, computer programming, artificial intelligence, animatronics, and robotics in California; and

WHEREAS, Hands-on learning environments, such as makerspaces, provide pupils with access to cutting-edge tools, technology, and training that foster creativity, problem solving, and technical skill development; and

WHEREAS, Immersive STEAM learning spaces are designed to engage pupils of all backgrounds, ages, and skill levels in career-focused, experiential education aligned with high-demand industries; and

WHEREAS, Experiential STEAM education plays a critical role in preparing California’s pupils for careers in advanced manufacturing, engineering technology, and creative industries; and

WHEREAS, FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is the world’s leading youth-serving nonprofit organization advancing STEAM education; and

WHEREAS, The mission of FIRST is to motivate young people to be science and technology leaders and innovators by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering, and technology skills that inspire innovation, build confidence, and prepare young people for life; and

WHEREAS, The vision of FIRST is to transform our culture by creating a world where science and technology are celebrated and where pupils dream of becoming science and technology leaders; and

WHEREAS, The month of March coincides with multiple robotics competitions held by FIRST; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature proclaims March 22, 2026, as California STEAM Robotics Day to observe and celebrate the advancements and innovations made in California and for the pursuit of STEAM careers; and be it further

Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.