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Grant program for universities: teaching programming languages for national security.

This act establishes a grant program for higher education institutions to teach critical legacy computer languages used by the government. The goal is to ensure that essential information systems, vital for national security and public services, can be maintained and modernized. This initiative aims to provide citizens with more stable public services and better data security.
Key points
Higher education institutions can receive up to $5 million to create courses in rare but critical programming languages used by the government.
The program aims to ensure a supply of specialists to maintain and modernize information systems crucial for national security and public services.
Priority for grants will be given to institutions that recruit women and minorities, offer scholarships, and provide internships for students in government or private organizations.
The act authorizes $100 million in funding for the program over four years, strengthening IT personnel in the public sector.
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Print number: 117_HR_4745
Sponsor: Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8]
Process start date: 2021-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Grace Hopper Code for Us Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4745.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Higher education institutions can receive up to $5 million to create courses in rare but critical programming languages used by the government.
  • The program aims to ensure a supply of specialists to maintain and modernize information systems crucial for national security and public services.
  • Priority for grants will be given to institutions that recruit women and minorities, offer scholarships, and provide internships for students in government or private organizations.
  • The act authorizes $100 million in funding for the program over four years, strengthening IT personnel in the public sector.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Education Informatization Security