118th Congress Science, Technology, Communications
H.R. 2475: MAKERS Act
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Summary
This bill requires the National Science Foundation (NSF) to award competitive grants to institutions of higher education for researching and developing makerspaces to grow the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) workforce. Makerspaces are community spaces that provide learners and entrepreneurs with tools, technology, and knowledge for prototyping or creating physical goods and support educational opportunities for personal growth, workforce training, and early-stage business ventures.
When awarding the grants, the NSF must prioritize certain recipients, including (1) community colleges and minority-serving institutions; and (2) those that partner with workforce development entities, high-need local educational agencies, or independent nonprofit or academic makerspaces.
Written by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.
Roll calls
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Amendments
No amendments were offered to this bill.
Cosponsors
- A. Ferguson R-GAOriginal
- Brian Fitzpatrick R-PAOriginal
- Mark Takano D-CAOriginal
- Marcus Molinaro R-NY
Who scored on this bill
- 1David Scott SponsorDrew cross-party cosponsors, introduced2 events+6
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History
- Introduced in the House by David Scott.
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- Introduced in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.