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New Foundation for Standards and Metrology: Boosting Innovation and Competitiveness

This act establishes a new, independent foundation aimed at supporting the development of science, technology, and technical standards in the U.S. Its goal is to accelerate the market introduction of new technologies and strengthen the nation's economic position, potentially leading to new jobs and better products for citizens.
Key points
A Foundation for Standards and Metrology is being created to support research and development in measurement science and technical standards.
The Foundation aims to foster collaboration among researchers, businesses, and universities to accelerate innovation.
It will support the commercialization of federally funded research, potentially leading to new products and services.
The Foundation will be able to offer financial and training support for individuals working in science and technology.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2582
Sponsor: Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11]
Process start date: 2025-04-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expanding Partnerships for Innovation and Competitiveness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2582.

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 2025-04-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A Foundation for Standards and Metrology is being created to support research and development in measurement science and technical standards.
  • The Foundation aims to foster collaboration among researchers, businesses, and universities to accelerate innovation.
  • It will support the commercialization of federally funded research, potentially leading to new products and services.
  • The Foundation will be able to offer financial and training support for individuals working in science and technology.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11].

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 2025-12-22.

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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