To amend the Environmental Research, Development, and Demonstration Authorization Act of 1978 to promote transparency in science, and for other purposes.
Latest action (5 Oct 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
H.R. 10737, introduced by Representative Scott Franklin of Florida, is a proposed bill that aims to amend the Environmental Research, Development, and Demonstration Authorization Act of 1978. The stated purpose of this bill, as indicated by its title, is to promote transparency in science. The specific details of how this transparency would be achieved are not yet available.
The bill currently has a status of "Introduced" in the 119th Congress. It was formally introduced on October 5, 2026.
As the bill has only just been introduced, its full text has not yet been published. Therefore, its specific provisions, the individuals or groups it might affect, and the exact mechanisms by which it would operate are unknown at this time. The next steps for a bill after introduction typically involve referral to a committee for review and consideration.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on October 5, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10737 do?
- H.R. 10737, introduced by Representative Scott Franklin of Florida, is a proposed bill that aims to amend the Environmental Research, Development, and Demonstration Authorization Act of 1978. The stated purpose of this bill, as indicated by its title, is to promote transparency in science. The specific details of how this transparency would be achieved are not yet available. The bill currently has a status of "Introduced" in the 119th Congress. It was formally introduced on October 5, 2026. As the bill has only just been introduced, its full text has not yet been published. Therefore, its specific provisions, the individuals or groups it might affect, and the exact mechanisms by which it would operate are unknown at this time. The next steps for a bill after introduction typically involve referral to a committee for review and consideration.
- Has H.R. 10737 become law?
- Not yet. As of 5 Oct 2026, H.R. 10737 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10737?
- H.R. 10737 was sponsored by Rep. Scott Franklin [R-FL18] (Republican-FL), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10737?
- Introduced (5 Oct 2026).
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