National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 2002

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Explore the details of House Bill 4664 National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 2002 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/16/2023, 2:17 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 4664

National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 2002 - Authorizes appropriations to the National Science Foundation (NSF) for FY 2003 through 2005, with specific allocations for: (1) Research and Related Activities; (2) Education and Human Resources; (3) Major Research Equipment and Facilities Construction; (4) Salaries and Expenses; and (5) the Office of the Inspector General. Sets a limitation on the obligation of Major Research Equipment and Facilities Construction funds.

Requires the Director of NSF to submit to specified congressional committees annual plans for the allocation of funds authorized by this Act, including information on how the allocation for Research and Related Activities will affect research grants, trends in research support, and research opportunities in science, mathematics, and engineering.

Requires the Director to: (1) develop, submit to the National Science Board for approval, and report annually to Congress on a list indicating the relative priority for funding under the Major Research Equipment and Facilities Construction account of each project the Board has approved for inclusion in a future budget request; and (2) include in the plan for construction and repair of national research facilities covered in the NSF annual budget request full life-cycle cost information. Prohibits the management of any national research facility project by an NSF temporary appointee.

Directs: (1) NSF to assess and report to Congress on the Major Research Instrumentation Program; and (2) NSF and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to establish an Astronomy and Astrophysics Advisory Committee.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4664

Bill HR 4664 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 7, 2002. Bill HR 4664 was introduced during Congress 107 and was introduced to the House on May 7, 2002. Bill HR 4664's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 107-368. as of December 19, 2002

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4664

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Science, Technology, Communications

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Academic performanceAgriculture and FoodAlaskaAppropriationsArts, Culture, ReligionAstronomical researchAstronomyAstrophysicsAuditingAuthorizationBlack collegesBroadbandBuilding constructionCommerceComputer softwareComputersCongressCongressional oversightCongressional reporting requirementsConstruction costsCost accountingDisabledEconomics and Public FinanceEducationElementary and secondary educationElementary educationEngineeringEngineersFederal advisory bodiesFederal aid to higher educationFederal aid to researchFinance and Financial SectorFines (Penalties)Genetic researchGeneticsGeographic information systemsGovernment Operations and PoliticsGovernment paperworkGovernmental investigationsHawaiiansHigh technologyHigher educationHispanic AmericansIndian educationInformation technologyInfrastructureInspectors generalInternetLawLibrariesMaintenance and repairManagement auditMathematicsMinoritiesMinority educationNanotechnologyNational Science FoundationNonprofit organizationsPlanning-programming-budgetingPlant breedingPublic meetings of administrative bodiesPublic-private partnershipsRemote sensingResearch and developmentResearch and development facilitiesResearch centersResearch grantsScholarshipsScientific educationScientific instruments and apparatusScientistsSecondary educationSocial WelfareSpace activitiesSurveysTeacher educationTeachingTechnical educationTechnological innovationsWomenWomen's education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4664

National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 2002To authorize appropriations for fiscal years 2003, 2004, and 2005 for the National Science Foundation, and for other purposes.Investing in America's Future Act of 2002National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 2002National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 2002National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 2002An act to authorize appropriations for fiscal years 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007 for the National Science Foundation, and for other purposes.

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