Women and Minorities in STEM Booster Act of 2021

The Women and Minorities in STEM Booster Act of 2021 is a legislative proposal designed to increase representation in technical fields by authorizing the National Science Foundation to award grants to eligible organizations. These funds would support targeted initiatives such as online workshops, professional mentoring, and internships for undergraduate and graduate students. For younger citizens, the bill would expand outreach programs that introduce elementary and secondary school students to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers. Additionally, the legislation aims to improve the diversity of academic leadership by funding programs to recruit and retain faculty members from underrepresented backgrounds.