H.R.9177

Improving Mentorship in STEM Higher Education Act

Introduced·6/8/26

The bill aims to enhance mentorship in STEM higher education through a demonstration program.

The Improving Mentorship in STEM Higher Education Act seeks to amend the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act. It directs the Director of the National Science Foundation to implement a mentorship demonstration program. This program will award grants to eligible entities, including institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, and consortia. The grants will support projects focused on improving mentorship practices and providing resources for faculty, graduate researchers, and postdoctoral researchers.

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Science, Space, And Technology Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jun 8

House

Introduced in House

Jun 8

House

Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.