Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials and Safety Act

3/12/2024, 11:30 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Bill 118 s 1796, also known as the Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials and Safety Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials and Safety within the Department of Defense. This center will focus on research and development of advanced materials that can be used in military applications to enhance safety and performance.

The bill outlines the responsibilities of the center, which include conducting research, developing new materials, and collaborating with other government agencies, academic institutions, and private sector companies. The center will also be tasked with providing training and education in the field of advanced materials to military personnel and other stakeholders.

In addition, the bill allocates funding for the center and establishes a board of directors to oversee its operations. The board will be composed of representatives from the Department of Defense, other government agencies, and industry experts. Overall, the Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials and Safety Act aims to promote innovation and collaboration in the field of advanced materials for military use. It is intended to enhance the safety and effectiveness of military personnel and equipment through the development of cutting-edge materials and technologies.
Congress
118

Number
S - 1796

Introduced on
2023-06-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/1/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Bill 118 s 1796, also known as the Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials and Safety Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials and Safety within the Department of Defense. This center will focus on research and development of advanced materials that can be used in military applications to enhance safety and performance.

The bill outlines the responsibilities of the center, which include conducting research, developing new materials, and collaborating with other government agencies, academic institutions, and private sector companies. The center will also be tasked with providing training and education in the field of advanced materials to military personnel and other stakeholders.

In addition, the bill allocates funding for the center and establishes a board of directors to oversee its operations. The board will be composed of representatives from the Department of Defense, other government agencies, and industry experts. Overall, the Joint Center of Excellence for Advanced Materials and Safety Act aims to promote innovation and collaboration in the field of advanced materials for military use. It is intended to enhance the safety and effectiveness of military personnel and equipment through the development of cutting-edge materials and technologies.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to direct the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Authority to continue operation of the Advanced Materials Center of Excellence, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Transportation and Public Works

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Recent Activity

Latest Action6/1/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.