Rep. HENDERSON-MYERS proposes the following amendment (LC-3927.WAB0012H):

Amend the bill, as and if amended, SECTION 1, Section 1-1-1910(A), by adding an item to read:

  (3) "STEM programs" means academic programs focused on the education of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, including programs within public institutions of higher education that promote educational opportunities in these fields.

Amend the bill further, SECTION 1, Section 1-1-1910, by adding a subsection to read:

 (N) All public institutions of higher education shall develop and implement a comprehensive program to:
  (1) recognize the diverse pathways through which women and men may enter STEM fields, including the consideration of non-traditional academic experiences, community-based learning, and career technical education;
  (2) create STEM career development programs to include leadership training, mentorship programs, and work-life balance initiatives to encourage all female and male students in STEM fields; and
  (3) foster the development of all female and male students in an environment that minimizes bias and harassment and encourages the merit-based development of all women and men.

Renumber sections to conform.

Amend title to conform.