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Empowering STEM Discovery Act
12/30/2022, 4:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6535
The Bill 117 hr 6535, also known as the Empowering STEM Discovery Act, aims to promote and support the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in the United States. The bill focuses on increasing opportunities for students and educators to engage in STEM education and research.
One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to fund STEM education initiatives at the state and local levels. These grants will support programs that provide hands-on learning experiences, mentorship opportunities, and access to cutting-edge technology in STEM fields.
Additionally, the bill seeks to increase diversity and inclusion in STEM fields by encouraging the participation of underrepresented groups, such as women and minorities. This includes funding for programs that specifically target these populations and provide support for their advancement in STEM careers. The Empowering STEM Discovery Act also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between industry, academia, and government in advancing STEM education and research. The bill encourages partnerships that will help bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world applications in STEM fields. Overall, the Empowering STEM Discovery Act aims to strengthen the United States' position as a global leader in STEM innovation by investing in the next generation of scientists, engineers, and technologists.
One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to fund STEM education initiatives at the state and local levels. These grants will support programs that provide hands-on learning experiences, mentorship opportunities, and access to cutting-edge technology in STEM fields.
Additionally, the bill seeks to increase diversity and inclusion in STEM fields by encouraging the participation of underrepresented groups, such as women and minorities. This includes funding for programs that specifically target these populations and provide support for their advancement in STEM careers. The Empowering STEM Discovery Act also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between industry, academia, and government in advancing STEM education and research. The bill encourages partnerships that will help bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world applications in STEM fields. Overall, the Empowering STEM Discovery Act aims to strengthen the United States' position as a global leader in STEM innovation by investing in the next generation of scientists, engineers, and technologists.
Congressional Summary of HR 6535
Empowering STEM Discovery Act
This bill waives for a five-year period the cost-sharing requirements for the Major Research Instrumentation Program and for National Science Foundation (NSF) teaching fellowships administered within the Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program.
The NSF shall submit to Congress an assessment, that includes feedback from the research community, of the impacts of the waivers provided pursuant to this bill.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6535
Bill HR 6535 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 1, 2022. Bill HR 6535 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 1, 2022. Bill HR 6535's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. as of February 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6535
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6535
Primary Policy Focus
Science, Technology, CommunicationsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6535
Empowering STEM Discovery Act
Empowering STEM Discovery Act
To waive the cost-sharing requirements for certain STEM programs, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6535
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