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WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Paul D. Tonko announced the launch of this year’s Congressional App Challenge (CAC), an app competition for students in middle and high school.  Officially launched by the U.S. House of Representatives in 2015, the Congressional App Challenge is a nationwide effort allowing students to compete against their peers by creating an app for mobile, tablet, or computer devices.  The Challenge aims to encourage innovation and engagement in coding, computer science, and STEM education, a longtime priority for Congressman Tonko.

“I’m thrilled to once again open up the Congressional App Challenge to any interested students in our Capital Region,” Congressman Tonko said.  “Throughout the years, I have continually been impressed with the innovative, technological skill our students display in developing and programming their apps.  I will always support these worthy programs that encourage STEM learning and look forward to seeing this year’s submissions.”

The Challenge’s submission portal is now open.  Students can register and submit their applications at CongressionalAppChallenge.us until November 1^st, 2022.  The Challenge accepts apps written in any programming language, for any platform, and the competition is open to all students who meet the eligibility requirements, regardless of coding experience.

The winning individual or team will be chosen by an appointed panel of local expert judges, will receive an invitation to a reception held in their honor, and will be featured on CongressionalAppChallenge.us.  The winning app will also be on display in the U.S. Capitol alongside other winners from across the country.

For more information on the Congressional App Challenge in NY-20, including eligibility requirements and judging criteria, please visit https://tonko.house.gov/constituent-services/congressional-app-competition.htm.

For additional information about the Competition, please visit CongressionalAppChallenge.us.

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