BILL NUMBER:  SB 1444
  VETOED	DATE: 09/28/2010




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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