H.R. 4968 (111th): To authorize the National Science Foundation to award grants for implementing or expanding research-based reforms in master’s and doctoral level STEM education that emphasize preparation for diverse careers in the STEM workforce.

Introduced:
Mar 25, 2010 (111th Congress, 2009–2010)
Sponsor:
Rep. Gabrielle Giffords [D-AZ8]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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This bill was introduced on March 25, 2010, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

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Introduced Mar 25, 2010
Cosponsors
none
Committees

House Education and the Workforce

House Science, Space, and Technology

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Last updated Mar 25, 2010.
5 pages

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3/25/2010--Introduced.
Requires the Director of the National Science Foundation (NSF) to award grants to institutions of higher education for the implementation or expansion of research-based reforms in master's and doctoral level STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education that emphasizes preparation for diverse careers in the STEM workforce, including at institutions of higher education, in industry, and at government agencies and research laboratories. Describes the activities that may be supported by grants awarded under this Act.

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