Industries of the Future Act of 2020
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (17 Nov 2020): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 593.
What this bill does
The Industries of the Future Act of 2020 would require the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) to report to Congress on federal investments in research, infrastructure, and workforce development aimed at maintaining U.S. leadership in emerging technologies. The bill also proposes the establishment or designation of an "Industries of the Future Coordination Council" by the President. This council would advise the OSTP on how the government can foster U.S. leadership in developing technologies that enhance quality of life, economic competitiveness, and national security.
This legislation would affect federal agencies involved in research and development, as well as potentially private sector entities through encouraged collaborations. The bill is currently in the Senate, having been ordered reported by the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation with amendments on March 11, 2020. If passed by the Senate and then the House of Representatives, and signed by the President, it would become law.
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Official summary
Industries of the Future Act of 2020
This bill requires the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) to report to Congress on research and development investments, infrastructure, and workforce development investments of the federal government that enable continued U.S. leadership in industries of the future.
The President shall establish or designate an Industries of the Future Coordination Council. The council shall provide the OSTP with advice on ways in which the government can ensure that the United States continues to lead the world in developing emerging technologies that improve the quality of life of the people of the United States, increase U.S. economic competitiveness, and strengthen U.S. national security.
Timeline
17 Nov 2020
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 593.
Common questions
- What does S. 3191 do?
- The Industries of the Future Act of 2020 would require the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) to report to Congress on federal investments in research, infrastructure, and workforce development aimed at maintaining U.S. leadership in emerging technologies. The bill also proposes the establishment or designation of an "Industries of the Future Coordination Council" by the President. This council would advise the OSTP on how the government can foster U.S. leadership in developing technologies that enhance quality of life, economic competitiveness, and national security. This legislation would affect federal agencies involved in research and development, as well as potentially private sector entities through encouraged collaborations. The bill is currently in the Senate, having been ordered reported by the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation with amendments on March 11, 2020. If passed by the Senate and then the House of Representatives, and signed by the President, it would become law.
- Has S. 3191 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 3191. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 3191?
- S. 3191 was sponsored by Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS] (R-MS), with 4 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 3191?
- Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 593. (17 Nov 2020).
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