Representatives Introduce NSF for the Future Act
Earlier today, Reps. Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX), Frank Lucas (R-OK), Haley Stevens (D-MI), and Michael Waltz (R-FL)
introduced the National Science Foundation for the Future Act. The
bill would authorize funding for the entire foundation from FY22-26, increasing funding about 6 percent each year, and create a new “Directorate for Science and Engineering Solutions,” with a budget growing to $5 billion by FY26. Among other things, it would also authorize increases to STEM education and training programs, including the Graduate Research Fellowship Program and NSF Research Traineeship Program. President Barbara R. Snyder
issued a statement applauding the measure’s “bipartisan support for making the bold federal investments in scientific research that help us stay at the forefront of global scientific advancement.” (
Association of American Universities - Mar. 26, 2021)
***See also, the following related news item:
- House Panel Offers Its Plan to Double NSF Budget and Create Technology Directorate - Science Magazine - Mar. 26, 2021