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S.899: Science Laureates of the United States Act of 2013
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about science, technology, communications
- Introduced May 8, 2013
- Latest Major Action May 8, 2013
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
7 (3 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Science Laureates of the United States Act of 2013 - Establishes the position of Science Laureate of the United States. Requires the President to appoint a Science Laureate on the basis of: (1) merit, particularly the ability of such individual to foster and enhance public awareness and interest in science and to provide ongoing significant scientific contributions; and (2) recommendations received by the National Academy of Sciences (NAS)...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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May 8, 2013 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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May 8, 2013 |
Introduced in the Senate by Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaii) |