BILL ANALYSIS Ó
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Date of Hearing: June 13, 2016
ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON RULES
Richard S. Gordon, Chair
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189 (Patterson) - As Amended June 9, 2016
SUBJECT: Robotics Technology Day
SUMMARY: Declares June 27, 2016, as Robotics Technology Day.
Specifically, this resolution makes the following legislative
findings:
1)Robotics is rapidly proving to be one of the most effective,
compelling, and engaging means for teaching and reinforcing
fundamental science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
(STEM) concepts as well as inspiring the state's youth to
pursue STEM-related careers, thereby helping to create a
highly skilled, 21st century American workforce.
2)Robotics is a part of the For Inspiration and Recognition of
Science and Technology program (FIRST). The mission of FIRST
is to inspire young people to be science and technology
leaders by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs
that build science, engineering, and technology skills that
inspire innovation and foster well-rounded life capabilities,
including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.
3)The emerging market for service robotics in various sectors,
including healthcare, national defense, homeland security,
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energy, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, agriculture,
education, consumer goods, and others, is expected to grow at
a compound annual growth rate of nearly 20 percent over the
next few years to become a worldwide $27 billion industry.
4)There is a strong need to recognize America's leadership in
robotics technology; educate the public on robotics
technology's broad potential, growing importance, and future
impact on American society; underscore the need for increased
investment in robotics technology research and development;
and inspire the nation's youth to pursue careers in robotics
and other STEM-related fields.
FISCAL EFFECT: None
REGISTERED SUPPORT / OPPOSITION:
Support
None on file
Opposition
None on file
Analysis Prepared by:Nicole Willis / RLS. / (916) 319-2800
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