Introduction 



To the President, Congress, and the American People: 



It is time for action. Our Interim Report and many other studies have 

 detailed the looming crisis in the science and engineering workforce. 

 America faces a shortfall of scientists and engineers by the year 2000. 

 We can meet these shortfalls only by utilizing all our talent, especially 

 those traditionally underrepresented in science and engineering — 

 women, minorities and people with disabilities. Without this kind of 

 world-class science and technical excellence, America's competitive 

 prospects dim. 



Clearly, actions must be taken now by key players in American society. 

 Those key players are: 



The President Governors 



Industry Federal Government 



State Legislators Universities and Colleges 



School Boards PreK- 12 Educators 



Parents Professional Societies 



Media All Americans 



The situation is recognized. The urgency is obvious. Remedies are 

 available. Fast action, long-term commitment, and new partnerships 

 are needed now. Our Interim Report presented six goals for the Nation. 

 As our Final Report, the Task Force on Women, Minorities, and the 

 Handicapped in Science and Technology offers specific ACTIONS for 

 each of the key players. We have the knowledge to accomplish these. 

 We now call upon you for the leadership and the will. 



