S.Res.132 - Designating March 24, 2025, as National Women of Color in Tech Day. (119th Congress)
Summary
S.Res.132 designates March 24, 2025, as "National Women of Color in Tech Day." The resolution acknowledges the challenges faced by women of color in technology and emphasizes their importance in the field. It highlights the need to address structural and social barriers in tech education and workforce development.
Expected Effects
The resolution aims to raise awareness and promote diversity and inclusion in the technology sector. It encourages programs and activities to celebrate the contributions of women of color in tech. It also pledges to work towards eliminating barriers and increasing access to STEM education and tech careers for underrepresented groups.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of the contributions of women of color in technology.
- Encouragement of diversity and inclusion in the tech sector.
- Potential for increased access to STEM education and tech careers for underrepresented groups.
- Promotion of role models for young girls of color.
- Strengthening of the U.S.'s competitiveness in the global economy through a more diverse and skilled workforce.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not allocate funding or create specific programs, so its impact may be limited to awareness-raising.
- The effectiveness of the resolution depends on the actions taken by the Senate, the President, and other stakeholders to implement its goals.
- There may be resistance or lack of commitment from some individuals or organizations to prioritize diversity and inclusion in the tech sector.
- The resolution does not address all the complex factors that contribute to the underrepresentation of women of color in tech, such as systemic biases and lack of access to resources.
- Potential for performative activism without meaningful change.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the general principles of promoting the general welfare and securing the blessings of liberty, as stated in the Preamble of the US Constitution. While the Constitution does not explicitly address diversity in specific sectors, the resolution's goals of promoting equal opportunity and inclusion can be seen as consistent with the principles of equal protection under the law, potentially relevant to the 14th Amendment. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).