Improving Mentorship in STEM Higher Education Act

Hozzl · 2026-06-23T22:05:04Z

Explore the details of House Bill 9177 Improving Mentorship in STEM Higher Education Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

6/23/2026, 10:05 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9177

H.R. 9177 of the 119th Congress, introduced on June 8, 2026, is a bill aimed at amending the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to instruct the National Science Foundation's Director to establish a mentorship demonstration program. The bill likely includes provisions outlining the scope, objectives, and implementation of this program, with the goal of fostering mentorship initiatives within the scientific and research communities.

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Current Status of Bill HR 9177

Bill HR 9177 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2026. Bill HR 9177 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on June 8, 2026. Bill HR 9177's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. as of June 8, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9177

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Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9177

To amend the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to direct the Director of the National Science Foundation to carry out a mentorship demonstration program, and for other purposes.