DOE and NSF Interagency Research Act
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Science, Technology, Communications
Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11] (D) — MI
Summary
DOE and NSF Interagency Research Act
This bill provides statutory authority for a research and development partnership between the Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Science Foundation (NSF).
Specifically, the bill requires DOE and NSF 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 NSF may conduct research in a variety of focus areas (e.g., artificial intelligence), promote multi-agency and cross-sector data sharing, support research infrastructure, and organize education and training initiatives.
DOE and NSF must jointly report on their collaboration.
Legislative subjects
Advanced technology and technological innovations; Biological and life sciences; Computers and information technology; Congressional oversight; Department of Energy; Earth sciences; Intergovernmental relations; National Science Foundation; Research and development; Science, Technology, Communications
Latest action
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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