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Support for Colleges: Research and Infrastructure Development

This bill establishes a grant program to help various types of higher education institutions strengthen their research capabilities. Through this program, colleges can improve their laboratories, acquire new equipment, and modernize buildings, potentially leading to better education quality and new scientific discoveries, impacting innovation and national economic development.
Key points
Colleges will receive funding for research development in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine.
Funds can be used for building renovations, purchasing research equipment, and maintaining infrastructure.
The program covers a wide range of institutions, including Historically Black Colleges and Universities, minority-serving institutions, and smaller colleges with limited endowments.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2457
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Troy [D-LA-2]
Process start date: 2023-04-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To establish a National Science Foundation grant program to provide opportunities for and strengthen research capacity at institutions of higher education to stimulate sustainable improvement in existing research and development at such institutions, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2457.

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 2023-04-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges will receive funding for research development in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine.
  • Funds can be used for building renovations, purchasing research equipment, and maintaining infrastructure.
  • The program covers a wide range of institutions, including Historically Black Colleges and Universities, minority-serving institutions, and smaller colleges with limited endowments.
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. Carter, Troy [D-LA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Education Public Investments