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DOE and NASA Interagency Research Coordination Act
3/28/2025, 4:38 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1368
The bill outlines specific measures to achieve this goal, including establishing a joint DOE-NASA working group to identify areas of mutual interest and opportunities for collaboration. This working group will be responsible for developing a strategic plan for coordinating research and development efforts between the two agencies.
Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a DOE-NASA Technology Transfer Program to facilitate the transfer of technology and expertise between the two agencies. This program will help to ensure that research and development efforts are effectively leveraged to benefit both agencies and the broader scientific community. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1368 seeks to promote greater efficiency and effectiveness in research and development activities conducted by the DOE and NASA. By fostering collaboration and coordination between these two agencies, the bill aims to maximize the impact of their research efforts and advance scientific knowledge and technological innovation in the United States.
Congressional Summary of HR 1368
DOE and NASA Interagency Research Coordination Act
This bill provides statutory authority for a research and development partnership between the Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
Specifically, the bill authorizes DOE and NASA to enter into a memorandum of understanding to support cross-cutting and collaborative research and development that furthers the missions of both agencies. Through the partnership, DOE and NASA may conduct research in a variety of focus areas (e.g., dark matter), develop ways to support large voluntary data sets on space and aeronautical information, promote multi-agency data sharing, and support NASA's access to DOE research infrastructure.
DOE and NASA must jointly report on their collaboration.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1368
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1368
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
6Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1368
Primary Policy Focus
Science, Technology, CommunicationsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1368
Comments
Rhea Hobbs
1 year ago
I think this bill is important for research and development, but how will it impact us in the long run?
