S. 189 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
21st Century Nanotechnology Research and Development Act
S. 189 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Jan 16, 2003, sponsored by Ron Wyden with 17 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 16, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 17
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Public law
- Public Law 108-153
What it does
21st Century Nanotechnology Research and Development Act - Directs the President to establish a National Nanotechnology Research Program. Requires such Program, through appropriate Federal agencies, councils, and the National Coordination Office, to: (1) establish goals, priorities, grand challenges (fundamental problems in science and engineering that will require the application of nanotechnology), and metrics for evaluating…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ron Wyden (D-OR). Co-sponsors: 13 Democrats, 4 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 16, 2003
- Passed the SenateNov 18, 2003
- Passed the HouseNov 20, 2003
- Sent to the PresidentNov 25, 2003
- Became lawDec 3, 2003
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-153. (Dec 3, 2003)
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