Bill Summary
This resolution celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program, which was established in 1990 and formalized by law in 1994. This program selects exceptional science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) teachers through a competitive process and places them in positions within Federal agencies and on Capitol Hill, where they contribute to advancing education, STEM fields, and public policy. The Department of Energy has played a significant role in nurturing and growing this program, with over 337 Einstein Fellows serving in various Federal agencies and offices. The program also promotes cooperation between different agencies and provides valuable perspectives on education policy. Einstein Fellows have made significant contributions to education policy and have had opportunities for professional growth and development. This resolution recognizes the significance of the program's anniversary, the value of having current STEM teachers involved in policymaking, and supports the continuation of the program. It also encourages Federal agencies and congressional offices to host Einstein Fellows and recognizes the contributions of past, present, and future Fellows.
Possible Impacts
1. The legislation could provide recognition and support for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) teachers who have interrupted their careers to serve as Einstein Fellows. This could motivate more teachers to apply for the fellowship program and contribute to the advancement of these fields.
2. The legislation could encourage Federal agencies and congressional offices to host Einstein Fellows, providing these educators with valuable opportunities to learn and contribute to policymaking. This could lead to the development of more effective and innovative education policies.
3. The legislation could serve as a reminder of the importance of diversity in education and policymaking by highlighting the diverse backgrounds and geographic regions of the Einstein Fellows. This could encourage more diversity in the fields of education and STEM.
[Congressional Bills 116th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1043 Introduced in House (IH)]
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116th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. RES. 1043
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Albert Einstein Distinguished
Educator Fellowship Program and recognizing the significant
contributions of Albert Einstein Fellows.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
July 9, 2020
Ms. Haaland (for herself and Mr. David P. Roe of Tennessee) submitted
the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on
Education and Labor
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RESOLUTION
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Albert Einstein Distinguished
Educator Fellowship Program and recognizing the significant
contributions of Albert Einstein Fellows.
Whereas the Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program was
established in 1990, and formalized by law in 1994;
Whereas Einstein Fellows are selected through a highly competitive process from
among the best science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
teachers in the field, and represent diverse geographic regions and
communities;
Whereas the Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program places
these exceptional teachers in positions within Federal agencies and on
Capitol Hill where they contribute to advancing the fields of education,
science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and public policy;
Whereas the Department of Energy, through its Office of Workforce Development
for Teachers and Scientists and the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and
Education, has nurtured and grown the Albert Einstein Distinguished
Educator Fellowship Program;
Whereas over 337 Einstein Fellows have served professionally at the Department
of Energy, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the
National Institutes of Health, the National Institute of Standards and
Technology, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the
National Science Foundation, the President's Office of Science and
Technology Policy, the Department of Education, the Department of
Defense, the United States Geological Survey, the Smithsonian National
Museums, the Senate, and the House of Representatives;
Whereas the Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program fosters a
spirit of cooperation between Federal agencies by placing a network of
fellows at these different agencies and continues to add Federal
agencies;
Whereas Einstein Fellows provide practical perspectives on the application and
impact of education policy;
Whereas Einstein Fellows have made invaluable contributions to the formulation
of educational policy with their advice to Members of Congress and
officials in Federal agencies, by developing legislation, and by
creating innovative educational programs and interventions;
Whereas Einstein Fellows have experienced unique opportunities for professional
growth and development, expanding their skills and knowledge;
Whereas Einstein Fellows learn valuable leadership skills to advance the fields
of education, science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and public
policy; and
Whereas the contributions of the Einstein Fellows during their service and later
upon the continuation of their professional careers serve as role models
and examples of dedication and commitment for past, current, and future
generations of educators and public servants: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) recognizes the significance of the 30th anniversary of
the Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program;
(2) recognizes the value of having current science,
technology, engineering, and mathematics teachers directly
engaged in the policymaking process;
(3) recognizes the sacrifices made by teachers who
interrupt their careers to serve as Einstein Fellows;
(4) supports continuation of the Albert Einstein
Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program;
(5) encourages Federal agencies and congressional offices
to host Einstein Fellows, and to leverage the expertise of
former Einstein Fellows; and
(6) recognizes the contributions of Einstein Fellows, past,
present, and future.
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