United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021
Latest action (8 Jun 2021): Passed Senate, under the order of 5/28/21, having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 68 - 32. Record Vote Number: 226.
What this bill does
S. 1260, the United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021, is a large, multi-part bill aimed at strengthening U.S. scientific research, domestic manufacturing, and technological competitiveness, particularly relative to China. It would create a new Directorate for Technology and Innovation within the National Science Foundation, establish a regional technology hub program and a critical supply chain resiliency program, and authorize funding related to semiconductor ("CHIPS") production and wireless/5G supply chains. It also includes provisions on NASA authorization, STEM education and workforce diversity, research security, export and investment restrictions related to China, human rights measures (including Hong Kong, Xinjiang, and Tibet), diplomatic and security cooperation with allies in the Indo-Pacific, and domestic manufacturing procurement rules such as "Buy America" requirements.
The bill would affect federal science and technology agencies (NSF, NASA, Department of Energy, DARPA), universities and researchers, manufacturers and supply chain participants, State Department and diplomatic operations, and various sectors touched by China-related trade, investment, and human-rights provisions. It would also affect federal procurement practices tied to domestic sourcing rules.
The bill was introduced in April 2021 by Senator Chuck Schumer and passed the Senate on June 8, 2021, by a 68–32 vote, with an amendment. It was then required to be considered by the House of Representatives. According to the Congressional Research Service, the bill was never passed by the House, meaning it did not become law in this form.
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Official summary
United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021
This bill addresses U.S. technology and communications, foreign relations and national security, domestic manufacturing, education, trade, and other matters.
Among other provisions, the bill
• provides funding for FY2022-FY2026 to support U.S. semiconductor manufacturing, research and development, and supply chain security;
• provides funding for wireless supply chain innovation;
• establishes a Directorate for Technology and Innovation in the National Science Foundation;
• extends through 2025 the authority of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to lease its non-excess real property and related personal property;
• authorizes various programs and policies related to space exploration;
Timeline
8 Jun 2021
Passed Senate, under the order of 5/28/21, having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 68 - 32. Record Vote Number: 226.
12 May 2021
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Common questions
- What does S. 1260 do?
- S. 1260, the United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021, is a large, multi-part bill aimed at strengthening U.S. scientific research, domestic manufacturing, and technological competitiveness, particularly relative to China. It would create a new Directorate for Technology and Innovation within the National Science Foundation, establish a regional technology hub program and a critical supply chain resiliency program, and authorize funding related to semiconductor ("CHIPS") production and wireless/5G supply chains. It also includes provisions on NASA authorization, STEM education and workforce diversity, research security, export and investment restrictions related to China, human rights measures (including Hong Kong, Xinjiang, and Tibet), diplomatic and security cooperation with allies in the Indo-Pacific, and domestic manufacturing procurement rules such as "Buy America" requirements. The bill would affect federal science and technology agencies (NSF, NASA, Department of Energy, DARPA), universities and researchers, manufacturers and supply chain participants, State Department and diplomatic operations, and various sectors touched by China-related trade, investment, and human-rights provisions. It would also affect federal procurement practices tied to domestic sourcing rules. The bill was introduced in April 2021 by Senator Chuck Schumer and passed the Senate on June 8, 2021, by a 68–32 vote, with an amendment. It was then required to be considered by the House of Representatives. According to the Congressional Research Service, the bill was never passed by the House, meaning it did not become law in this form.
- Has S. 1260 become law?
- Not yet. As of 8 Jun 2021, S. 1260 is passed senate (house next).
- Who sponsored S. 1260?
- S. 1260 was sponsored by Sen. Charles “Chuck” Schumer [D-NY] (Democrat-NY), with 13 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 1260?
- Passed Senate, under the order of 5/28/21, having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 68 - 32. Record Vote Number: 226. (8 Jun 2021).
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