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H.R.9463

National Fab Lab Network Act of 2026

Introduced·6/25/26

Establishes the National Fab Lab Network to create a national network of digital fabrication facilities.

The National Fab Lab Network Act of 2026 establishes a nonprofit corporation known as the National Fab Lab Network. This organization will create a national network of local digital fabrication facilities, or "fab labs," to provide universal access to advanced manufacturing tools. The network aims to promote workforce development, STEM education, invention, business creation, personalized product production, and risk mitigation.

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History

Jun 25

House

Introduced in House

Jun 25

House

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.