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Increases Funding for Science Research

Recent Bills/Increases Funding for Science Research

Increases Funding for Science Research

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Introduced1 year ago

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2174-2175)

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Why This Matters

This bill prioritizes and increases funding for basic science research across several federal agencies over the next decade.

If you work in science or technology, this bill will increase federal research funding by billions, starting with $9.7 billion in 2026.

Who this affects

Scientists · Researchers · Students

What changes is this bill making?

1The bill allocates nearly $10 billion to the National Science Foundation for 2026, increasing each year.
2Funding for the Department of Energy's Office of Science will reach over $8 billion in 2026 and grow annually.
3The Department of Defense will receive over $23 billion for science and technology programs starting in 2026.
4The National Institute of Standards and Technology will get $1.2 billion in 2026, with yearly increases planned.
5Funding increases will adjust based on inflation to ensure research keeps pace with rising costs.

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2174-2175)

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