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Appendix A: Charge to the Study Committee
Pages 205-206

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... The committee will respond to the following questions: (1) What are the key social and institutional factors that shape decisions of minority students to commit to education and careers in the science, technology, engineering, and math fields?
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... The committee should develop a prioritized list of policy and funding action items (e.g., tax credits) with milestones and cost estimates that will lead to a science and engineering workforce that mirrors the nation's diverse population.
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