Lawmakers reintroduce a bill creating NSF grants to boost research capacity at under-resourced higher-education institutions.
Quiver AI Summary
Bill reintroduced: Reps. Christian Menefee, Troy A. Carter Sr., LaMonica McIver and Dr. Raul Ruiz said they reintroduced the "Equity in Research Act," which would create a National Science Foundation grant program aimed at boosting research capacity at under-resourced colleges and universities.
Funding and purpose: The press release says the bill would authorize $50 million annually starting in fiscal year 2027, with grants of $1 million to $5 million for eligible institutions, including HBCUs, Tribal Colleges, Hispanic Serving Institutions, Predominantly Black Institutions, Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions, Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions, and 1890/1994 land-grant universities.
Stated goals: The lawmakers said the measure is intended to improve research infrastructure, support STEM pathways, and expand participation in scientific research. They said the grants could be used for building upgrades, equipment, maintenance, and research-related personnel costs.
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Christian Menefee Net Worth
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Christian Menefee Bill Proposals
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- H.R.9320: All in For Attendance Act
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- H.R.8618: College Affordability and Accessibility Act
- H.R.8581: SET Act
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