National Institute of Standards and Technology for the Future Act of 2021
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (18 Feb 2022): Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 177.
What this bill does
H.R. 4609, the National Institute of Standards and Technology for the Future Act of 2021, would reauthorize the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) through fiscal year 2026 and establish new programs. These programs would focus on areas such as measurement science for engineering biology, developing standards for greenhouse gas emissions, research in cybersecurity and identity management, and assessing vulnerabilities in open-source software.
The bill would also direct NIST to operate a National Advanced Spectrum and Communications Test Network, create a strategic plan for its Center for Neutron Research, and establish an organization to develop forensic science standards. It includes provisions for supporting green and sustainable chemistry, facilitating information exchange on international technical standards, and creating a pilot program to help small businesses and academic institutions participate in international standards organizations.
Additionally, the bill requires the Government Accountability Office to study NIST's policies for protecting research from foreign influence. It also proposes pilot programs to expand training and job placement services within the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership and to establish a National Supply Chain Database. This bill has been ordered reported, as amended, by voice vote by the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
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Official summary
National Institute of Standards and Technology for the Future Act of 2021
This bill reauthorizes the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) through FY2026 and establishes programs and activities.
The bill sets forth requirements for
• supporting basic measurement science, technology research for engineering biology, biomanufacturing, and biometrology;
• developing standards to measure greenhouse gas emissions;
• carrying out research on identity management, cybersecurity, biometric identification, and communications measurement;
• assessing identified vulnerabilities with open-source software;
• operating the National Advanced Spectrum and Communications Test Network;
Timeline
18 Feb 2022
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 177.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 4609 do?
- H.R. 4609, the National Institute of Standards and Technology for the Future Act of 2021, would reauthorize the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) through fiscal year 2026 and establish new programs. These programs would focus on areas such as measurement science for engineering biology, developing standards for greenhouse gas emissions, research in cybersecurity and identity management, and assessing vulnerabilities in open-source software. The bill would also direct NIST to operate a National Advanced Spectrum and Communications Test Network, create a strategic plan for its Center for Neutron Research, and establish an organization to develop forensic science standards. It includes provisions for supporting green and sustainable chemistry, facilitating information exchange on international technical standards, and creating a pilot program to help small businesses and academic institutions participate in international standards organizations. Additionally, the bill requires the Government Accountability Office to study NIST's policies for protecting research from foreign influence. It also proposes pilot programs to expand training and job placement services within the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership and to establish a National Supply Chain Database. This bill has been ordered reported, as amended, by voice vote by the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- Has H.R. 4609 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 4609. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 4609?
- H.R. 4609 was sponsored by Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11] (D-MI), with 16 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 4609?
- Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 177. (18 Feb 2022).
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