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American Innovation Act
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Summary of Bill HR 2628
Bill 119 HR 2628, also known as the "Prioritizing Basic Science Research Act," aims to allocate funding towards expanding and maintaining a national investment in basic science research. The bill emphasizes the importance of basic science research in driving innovation, economic growth, and national security.
The legislation calls for increased funding for research in areas such as physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics. It also prioritizes funding for research that has the potential to lead to groundbreaking discoveries and advancements in various fields.
The bill highlights the need for sustained funding for basic science research, as it is essential for maintaining the United States' position as a global leader in scientific innovation. By investing in basic science research, the bill aims to support the development of new technologies, improve healthcare outcomes, and address pressing societal challenges. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2628 seeks to ensure that basic science research remains a top priority for the United States government, recognizing its critical role in driving progress and fostering a culture of innovation.
The legislation calls for increased funding for research in areas such as physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics. It also prioritizes funding for research that has the potential to lead to groundbreaking discoveries and advancements in various fields.
The bill highlights the need for sustained funding for basic science research, as it is essential for maintaining the United States' position as a global leader in scientific innovation. By investing in basic science research, the bill aims to support the development of new technologies, improve healthcare outcomes, and address pressing societal challenges. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2628 seeks to ensure that basic science research remains a top priority for the United States government, recognizing its critical role in driving progress and fostering a culture of innovation.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2628
Bill HR 2628 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 3, 2025. Bill HR 2628 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 3, 2025. Bill HR 2628's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of April 3, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2628
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
5Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
7Democrat Cosponsors
7Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2628
Primary Policy Focus
Science, Technology, CommunicationsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2628
To prioritize funding for an expanded and sustained national investment in basic science research.
To prioritize funding for an expanded and sustained national investment in basic science research.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2628
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