BILL NUMBER: SB 1444 VETOED DATE: 09/28/2010 ?? To the Members of the California State Senate: I am returning Senate Bill 1444 without my signature. While I strongly support science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, this bill does nothing to promote real opportunities for STEM education. This bill could create unintended, potential barriers by preventing California from applying for and receiving funds for STEM-related programs, if grant requirements or competitive priorities are not consistent with the definition outlined in the bill. This bill could create confusion and limit future STEM education efforts. For these reasons, I am unable to sign this bill. Sincerely, Arnold Schwarznegger