Pub. L. 105-220, tit. III, subtit. C, sec. 332 (as amended)
FINDINGS.
SEC. 332. FINDINGS.
Congress finds that—
(1) information technology is one of the fastest growing areas in the United States economy;
(2) the United States is a world leader in the information technology industry;
(3) the continued growth and prosperity of the information technology industry is important to the continued prosperity of the United States economy;
(4) highly skilled employees are essential for the success of business entities in the information technology industry and other business entities that use information technology;
(5) employees in information technology jobs are highly paid;
(6) as of the date of enactment of this Act, these employees are in high demand in all industries and all regions of the United States; and
(7) through a concerted effort by business entities, the Federal Government, the governments of States and political subdivisions of States, and educational institutions, more individuals will gain the skills necessary to enter into a technology-based job market, ensuring that the United States remains the world leader in the information technology industry.