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H.R. 4755 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016

Inspiring the Next Space Pioneers, Innovators, Researchers, and Explorers (INSPIRE) Women Act

H.R. 4755 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) has passed the house — introduced on Mar 16, 2016, sponsored by Barbara Comstock with 9 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Passed the House
Introduced
Mar 16, 2016
Co-sponsors
9
Policy area
Science, Technology, Communications

What it does

Inspiring the Next Space Pioneers, Innovators, Researchers, and Explorers (INSPIRE) Women Act (Sec. 3) This bill directs the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to encourage women and girls to study science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), pursue careers in aerospace, and further advance the nation's space science and exploration efforts through support of the following initiatives: NASA GIRLS…

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Barbara Comstock (R-VA). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 5 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 16, 2016
  • Passed the HouseMar 22, 2016
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 644. (Sep 26, 2016)

How Congress voted

  • On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
    House · Mar 22, 2016 · Passed    380–3

Every roll call vote on this bill

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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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