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HB 5221

AN ACT CONCERNING FUNDING FOR GIRLS FOR TECHNOLOGY.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Julio Concepción

Connecticut bill allocates state funding to expand Girls for Technology program increasing girls' STEM education access.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Appropriations
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Bill Summary · HB 5221

Legislative bill overview

HB 5221 would establish or expand funding mechanisms for "Girls for Technology," a program aimed at increasing girls' participation in technology education and careers. The bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Appropriations, indicating it requires budget allocation or fiscal authorization to implement.

Why is this important

Women remain significantly underrepresented in technology fields, with persistent gender gaps in STEM education and career pathways. Targeted funding for programs introducing girls to technology can help address workforce shortages in high-demand sectors while promoting educational equity and economic opportunity.

Potential points of contention

  • Budget impact and competing priorities: Legislators may debate whether new program funding is justified given other state spending needs, or whether existing education budgets should be reallocated instead
  • Program effectiveness and accountability: Questions about measurable outcomes, how funds will be used, and whether the program has demonstrated success in increasing girls' participation and retention in technology fields
  • Scope and access: Disagreement over geographic coverage, grade levels served, eligibility criteria, and whether funding adequately reaches underserved communities or favors certain regions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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