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DOE and NSF Interagency Research Act

USA119th CongressHR-1350| House 
| Updated: 3/25/2025
Haley M. Stevens

Haley M. Stevens

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (2)
James R. Baird (Republican)Sarah McBride (Democratic)

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Science, Space, and Technology Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill mandates the Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Science Foundation (NSF) to establish cross-cutting and collaborative research and development activities to advance their joint mission requirements. These activities will be coordinated through a memorandum of understanding or interagency agreement, utilizing a competitive, merit-reviewed process open to various entities including Federal agencies, National Laboratories, and institutions of higher education. Collaborative research will focus on critical areas such as basic plasma science, fundamental biological and computational science, artificial intelligence, quantum information sciences, and advanced energy and materials science. The coordination efforts will also promote collaboration and data sharing , support necessary research infrastructure, and organize education, training, and workforce development initiatives like internships and fellowships. The Secretary and Director are authorized to enter into reimbursable agreements and collaborate with other Federal agencies to maximize research and development effectiveness. A report detailing interagency coordination, achievements, and future opportunities is required within two years, with all activities consistent with research security guidelines.

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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-2980
DOE and NSF Interagency Research Act
Feb 13, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 13, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Mar 24, 2025
Mr. Babin moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Mar 24, 2025
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1205-1207)
Mar 24, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1350.
Mar 24, 2025
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1205-1206)
Mar 24, 2025
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1205-1206)
Mar 24, 2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Mar 25, 2025
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-2980
    DOE and NSF Interagency Research Act


  • February 13, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 13, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.


  • March 24, 2025
    Mr. Babin moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.


  • March 24, 2025
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1205-1207)


  • March 24, 2025
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1350.


  • March 24, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1205-1206)


  • March 24, 2025
    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1205-1206)


  • March 24, 2025
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.


  • March 25, 2025
    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Science, Technology, Communications

Advanced technology and technological innovationsBiological and life sciencesComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightDepartment of EnergyEarth sciencesIntergovernmental relationsNational Science FoundationResearch and development

DOE and NSF Interagency Research Act

USA119th CongressHR-1350| House 
| Updated: 3/25/2025
This bill mandates the Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Science Foundation (NSF) to establish cross-cutting and collaborative research and development activities to advance their joint mission requirements. These activities will be coordinated through a memorandum of understanding or interagency agreement, utilizing a competitive, merit-reviewed process open to various entities including Federal agencies, National Laboratories, and institutions of higher education. Collaborative research will focus on critical areas such as basic plasma science, fundamental biological and computational science, artificial intelligence, quantum information sciences, and advanced energy and materials science. The coordination efforts will also promote collaboration and data sharing , support necessary research infrastructure, and organize education, training, and workforce development initiatives like internships and fellowships. The Secretary and Director are authorized to enter into reimbursable agreements and collaborate with other Federal agencies to maximize research and development effectiveness. A report detailing interagency coordination, achievements, and future opportunities is required within two years, with all activities consistent with research security guidelines.

Bill Text Versions

View Text
3 versions available

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-2980
DOE and NSF Interagency Research Act
Feb 13, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 13, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Mar 24, 2025
Mr. Babin moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Mar 24, 2025
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1205-1207)
Mar 24, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1350.
Mar 24, 2025
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1205-1206)
Mar 24, 2025
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1205-1206)
Mar 24, 2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Mar 25, 2025
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-2980
    DOE and NSF Interagency Research Act


  • February 13, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 13, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.


  • March 24, 2025
    Mr. Babin moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.


  • March 24, 2025
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1205-1207)


  • March 24, 2025
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1350.


  • March 24, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1205-1206)


  • March 24, 2025
    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1205-1206)


  • March 24, 2025
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.


  • March 25, 2025
    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Haley M. Stevens

Haley M. Stevens

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (2)
James R. Baird (Republican)Sarah McBride (Democratic)

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Science, Space, and Technology Committee

Science, Technology, Communications

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Advanced technology and technological innovationsBiological and life sciencesComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightDepartment of EnergyEarth sciencesIntergovernmental relationsNational Science FoundationResearch and development