SB00428

An Act Concerning Research Funding At Institutions Of Higher Education In The State.

Introduced·3/5/26

Establishes the Academic Research Funding Commission to distribute research funds to faculty at institutions of higher education in the state.

The bill establishes the Academic Research Funding Commission within the Executive Department to distribute research funds to faculty at institutions of higher education in the state. The commission will prioritize grants for research affected by changes in federal funding. It consists of faculty members appointed by various leaders and officials, with the vice presidents of research at The University of Connecticut and Yale University serving as cochairpersons. The commission will submit annual reports starting in 2028.

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Where it stands

Current
Appropriations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

HED Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable Change of Reference)

13 Yea

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5 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 10

12:00 AM

Higher Education and Employment Advancement Public Hearing

History

Mar 19

Senate

Favorable Change of Reference, Senate to Committee on Appropriations

Mar 19

Senate

Favorable Change of Reference, House to Committee on Appropriations

Mar 18

Senate

Reported Out of Legislative Commissioners' Office