Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

2025-2026 Bill 873: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day - South Carolina Legislature Online

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026
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S. 873
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Senate Resolution
Sponsors: Senator Ott
Document Path: LC-0345HDB-RM26.docx
Introduced in the Senate on January 29, 2026
Adopted by the Senate on February 11, 2026
Summary: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day
HISTORY OF LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS

Date

Body

Action Description with journal page number

1/29/2026

Senate

Introduced (
Senate Journal-page 7
)

1/29/2026

Senate

Referred to Committee on
Labor, Commerce and Industry
(
Senate Journal-page 7
)

2/11/2026

Senate

Recalled from Committee on
Labor, Commerce and Industry
(
Senate Journal-page 2
)

2/11/2026

Senate

Adopted (
Senate Journal-page 2
)

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VERSIONS OF THIS BILL
01/29/2026

A
senate
RESOLUTION

TO RECOGNIZE AND SUPPORT "INTRODUCE
A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY"; TO ENCOURAGE THE PARTICIPATION OF STUDENTS,
EDUCATORS, ENGINEERS, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS ACROSS THE STATE; AND TO
DECLARE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026, AS "INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY" IN
SOUTH CAROLINA.

W
hereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate recognize the
importance of inspiring the next generation of problem-solvers, innovators, and
leaders who will design, build, and sustain the future of the Palmetto State;
and

W
hereas, engineering plays a vital role in advancing South Carolina's
economy, infrastructure, public safety, environmental stewardship, and overall
quality of life and is a rewarding career path for girls and women alike; and

W
hereas, women and girls remain underrepresented in many engineering
and STEM-related fields, but early exposure to engineering concepts and role
models can significantly increase their awareness, confidence, and interest in
pursuing a career in engineering; and

W
hereas, "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day" is part of a national
movement that provides opportunities for K-8 students to explore the
fascinating world of engineering through hands-on activities, mentorship, and
engagement with professional engineers and technical experts; and

W
hereas, by highlighting how engineers shape our communities, improve
lives, and transform ideas into reality, "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day"
helps students of all backgrounds envision themselves as future engineers and
leaders in South Carolina. Now, therefore,

B
e it resolved by the
Senate
:

T
hat the members of the South Carolina
Senate
,
by this resolution, recognize and support "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day";
encourage the participation of students, educators, engineers, families, and
community partners across the State; and declare Tuesday, February 24, 2026, as
"Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day" in South Carolina.

B
e it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to
the American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina and the South
Carolina Society of Professional Engineers.

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