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42 U.S.C. § 19261 — Interagency working group
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**(a) Establishment** The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, acting through the National Science and Technology Council, shall establish or designate an interagency working group to coordinate the activities specified in subsection (c).
**(b) Composition** The interagency working group shall be composed of the following members (or their designees), who may be organized into subcommittees, as appropriate:
(1) The Secretary of Commerce.
(2) The Director of the National Science Foundation.
(3) The Secretary of Energy.
(4) The Secretary of Defense.
(5) The Director of the National Economic Council.
(6) The Director of the Office of Management and Budget.
(7) The Secretary of Health and Human Services.
(8) The Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
(9) The Secretary of Agriculture.
(10) The Director of National Intelligence.
(11) The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
(12) Such other Federal officials as the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy considers appropriate, including members of the National Science and Technology Council Committee on Technology.
**(c) Coordination** The interagency working group shall seek to ensure that the activities of different Federal agencies enhance and complement, but, as appropriate, do not duplicate, efforts being carried out by another Federal agency, with a focus on the following:
(1) The activities of the National Science Foundation Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships Directorate in the key technology focus areas, such as within the Regional Innovation Engines under [section 19108 of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title42-section19108&num=0&edition=prelim) and test beds under [section 19110
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**(a) Establishment** The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, acting through the National Science and Technology Council, shall establish or designate an interagency working group to coordinate the activities specified in subsection (c).
**(b) Composition** The interagency working group shall be composed of the following members (or their designees), who may be organized into subcommittees, as appropriate:
(1) The Secretary of Commerce.
(2) The Director of the National Science Foundation.
(3) The Secretary of Energy.
(4) The Secretary of Defense.
(5) The Director of the National Economic Council.
(6) The Director of the Office of Management and Budget.
(7) The Secretary of Health and Human Services.
(8) The Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
(9) The Secretary of Agriculture.
(10) The Director of National Intelligence.
(11) The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
(12) Such other Federal officials as the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy considers appropriate, including members of the National Science and Technology Council Committee on Technology.
**(c) Coordination** The interagency working group shall seek to ensure that the activities of different Federal agencies enhance and complement, but, as appropriate, do not duplicate, efforts being carried out by another Federal agency, with a focus on the following:
(1) The activities of the National Science Foundation Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships Directorate in the key technology focus areas, such as within the Regional Innovation Engines under [section 19108 of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title42-section19108&num=0&edition=prelim) and test beds under [section 19110 of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title42-section19110&num=0&edition=prelim).
(2) The activities of the Department of Commerce under this division, including regional technology hubs under [section 3722a of title 15](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title15-section3722a&num=0&edition=prelim), as added by section 10621, the Manufacturing USA Program established under [section 278s(b)(1) of title 15](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title15-section278s/b/1&num=0&edition=prelim), and the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership ([15 U.S.C. 278k](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title15-section278k&num=0&edition=prelim)).
(3) The activities of the Department of Energy in the key technology focus areas, including at the national laboratories, and at Federal laboratories, as defined in [section 3703 of title 15](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title15-section3703&num=0&edition=prelim), and facilities and user facilities operated in partnership with such national laboratories or the Department of Energy.
(4) Any other program that the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy determines involves research and development with respect to the key technology focus areas.
**(d) Report** The interagency working group shall—
(1) by not later than 180 days after August 9, 2022—
(A) conduct an initial review of Federal programs and resources with respect to the key technology focus areas identified pursuant to [section 19107(a)(2) of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title42-section19107/a/2&num=0&edition=prelim), in order to—
(i) assess current level of efforts and characterize existing research infrastructure, as of the date of the review;
(ii) identify potential areas of overlap or duplication with respect to the key technology focus areas; and
(iii) identify potential cross-agency collaborations and joint funding opportunities; and 11 So in original. The word “and” probably should not appear.
(B) submit a report regarding the review described in subparagraph (A) to Congress; and
(C) seek stakeholder input and recommendations in the course of such review; and
(2) shall 22 So in original. The word “shall” probably should not appear. carry out the annual reviews and updates required under [section 19107(e) of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title42-section19107/e&num=0&edition=prelim).
**(e) Conflicts** If any conflicts between Federal agencies arise while carrying out the activities under this section, the President shall make the final decision regarding resolution of the conflict.
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**(a) Definitions** In this section:
(1) **Appropriate committees of congress** — The term “appropriate committees of Congress” means—
(A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives.
(2) **Area career and technical education school** — The term “area career and technical education school” has the meaning given the term in [section 2302 of title 20](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title20-section2302&num=0&edition=prelim).
(3) **Center** — The term “Center” means a manufacturing extension center that—
(A) is created under subsection (b); and
(B) is affiliated with an eligible entity that applies for and is awarded financial support under subsection (e).
(4) **Community college** — The term “community college” means an institution of higher education (as defined under [section 1001(a) of title 20](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title20-section1001/a&num=0&edition=prelim)) at which the highest degree that is predominately awarded to students is an associate’s degree.
(5) **Eligible entity** — The term “eligible entity” means a United States-based nonprofit institution, an institution of higher education, or a State, United States territory, local, or tribal government or a consortium thereof.
(6) **Historically Black college and university** — The term “historically Black college and university” has the meaning given the term “part B institution” in [section 1061 of title 20](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title20-section1061&num=0&edition=prelim).
(7) **11 So in original. Two pars. (7) have been enacted. Institution of higher education** — The term “ins
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**(a) In general** The Director shall establish Translation Accelerators to further the research, development, and commercialization of innovation in the key technology focus areas.
**(b) Partnerships**
(1) **In general** — Each Translation Accelerator shall be comprised of a partnership including 2 or more of the following entities:
(A) An institution of higher education.
(B) A for-profit company.
(C) A nonprofit organization.
(D) A Federal agency.
(E) Another entity, if that entity is determined by the Director to be vital to the success of the program.
(2) **Institutional or organizational level** — The Director shall work to ensure that such partnerships exist at the institutional or organization level, rather than solely at the principal investigator level.
(3) **Cost share** — Not less than 25 percent of the funding for an institute shall be provided by non-Federal entities.
(4) **Number of centers and institutes established** — The Director shall endeavor to establish a balance in the number of Regional Innovation Engines and Translation Accelerators.
**(c) Authorization of appropriations** From within funds authorized for the Directorate for Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships, there are authorized to carry out the activities under this section and [section 19108 of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title42-section19108&num=0&edition=prelim) $6,500,000,000 for fiscal years 2023 through 2027.
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As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, the term—
(1) “Secretary” means the Secretary of Commerce.
(2) “Centers” means the Cooperative Research Centers established under section 3705 or 3707 of this title.
(3) “Nonprofit institution” means an organization owned and operated exclusively for scientific or educational purposes, no part of the net earnings of which inures to the benefit of any private shareholder or individual.
(4) “Federal laboratory” means any laboratory, any federally funded research and development center, or any center established under section 3705 or 3707 of this title that is owned, leased, or otherwise used by a Federal agency and funded by the Federal Government, whether operated by the Government or by a contractor.
(5) “Supporting agency” means either the Department of Commerce or the National Science Foundation, as appropriate.
(6) “Federal agency” means any executive agency as defined in [section 105 of title 5](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title5-section105&num=0&edition=prelim) and the military departments as defined in section 102 of such title, as well as any agency of the legislative branch of the Federal Government.
(7) “Invention” means any invention or discovery which is or may be patentable or otherwise protected under title 35 or any novel variety of plant which is or may be protectable under the Plant Variety Protection Act ([7 U.S.C. 2321](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title7-section2321&num=0&edition=prelim) et seq.).
(8) “Made” when used in conjunction with any invention means the conception or first actual reduction to practice of such invention.
(9) “Small business firm” means a small business concern as defined in [section 632 of th
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**(a) In general** In consultation with the Assistant Director, the Board, and the interagency working group established under part D of subchapter VI, the Director shall identify, and annually review and update as appropriate, a list of—
(1) not more than 5 United States societal, national, and geostrategic challenges that may be addressed by technology to guide activities under this part; and
(2) not more than 10 key technology focus areas to guide activities under this part.
**(b) Initial list of societal, national, and geostrategic challenges** The initial list of societal, national, and geostrategic challenges are the following:
(1) United States national security.
(2) United States manufacturing and industrial productivity.
(3) United States workforce development and skills gaps.
(4) Climate change and environmental sustainability.
(5) Inequitable access to education, opportunity, or other services.
**(c) Initial list of key technology focus areas** The initial list of key technology focus areas are the following:
(1) Artificial intelligence, machine learning, autonomy, and related advances.
(2) High performance computing, semiconductors, and advanced computer hardware and software.
(3) Quantum information science and technology.
(4) Robotics, automation, and advanced manufacturing.
(5) Natural and anthropogenic disaster prevention or mitigation.
(6) Advanced communications technology and immersive technology.
(7) Biotechnology, medical technology, genomics, and synthetic biology.
(8) Data storage, data management, distributed ledger technologies, and cybersecurity, including biometrics.
(9) Advanced energy and industrial efficiency technologies, such as batteries and advanced nuclear technologies, including but not limited to for the purposes of
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**(a) Definitions** In this section:
(1) **Appropriate committees of Congress** — The term “appropriate committees of Congress” means—
(A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Committee on Environment and Public Works, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.
(2) **Cooperative extension services** — The term “cooperative extension services” has the meaning given the term in [section 3103 of title 7](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title7-section3103&num=0&edition=prelim).
(3) **Site connectivity infrastructure** — The term “site connectivity infrastructure” means localized driveways and access roads to a facility as well as hookups to the new facility for drinking water, waste water, broadband, and other basic infrastructure services already present in the area.
(4) **Venture development organization** — The term “venture development organization” has the meaning given such term in [section 3722(a) of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title15-section3722/a&num=0&edition=prelim).11 See References in Text note below.
(5) **Community development financial institution** — The term “community development financial institution” has the meaning given in [section 4702 of title 12](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title12-section4702&num=0&edition=prelim).
(6) **Minority depository institution** — The term “minority depository institution” means an entity that is—
(A) a minority depository institution, as defined in section 308 of the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act of 1989 ([12 U.S.C.
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**(a) Definitions** In this section:
(1) **Advanced nuclear reactor** — The term “advanced nuclear reactor” has the meaning given the term in [section 16271(b) of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title42-section16271/b&num=0&edition=prelim).
(2) **Eligible entity** — The term “eligible entity” means each of—
(A) a State;
(B) an Indian Tribe (as defined in [section 5304 of title 25](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title25-section5304&num=0&edition=prelim));
(C) a Tribal organization (as defined in [section 5304 of title 25](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title25-section5304&num=0&edition=prelim));
(D) a unit of local government;
(E) an electric utility (as defined in [section 796 of title 16](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title16-section796&num=0&edition=prelim));
(F) a National Laboratory (as defined in [section 15801 of this title](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title42-section15801&num=0&edition=prelim));
(G) an institution of higher education (as defined in [section 1001(a) of title 20](https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title20-section1001/a&num=0&edition=prelim)); and
(H) a private entity specializing in—
(i) advanced nuclear technology development;
(ii) nuclear supply chains; or
(iii) with respect to nuclear technologies and nonelectric applications of nuclear technologies, construction, project financing, contract structuring and risk allocation, or regulatory and licensing processes.
(3) **Program** — The term “program” means the program established under subsection (b)(1).
(4) **Secretary** — The term “Secretary” means the Secretary of
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**(a) In general** The Director of the National Science Foundation shall carry out a basic research and education program on quantum information science and engineering, including the competitive award of grants to institutions of higher education or eligible nonprofit organizations (or consortia thereof).
**(b) Program components**
(1) **In general** — In carrying out the program under subsection (a), the Director of the National Science Foundation shall carry out activities that—
(A) support basic interdisciplinary quantum information science and engineering research; and
(B) support human resources development in all aspects of quantum information science and engineering.
(2) **Requirements** — The activities described in paragraph (1) shall include—
(A) using the existing programs of the National Science Foundation, in collaboration with other Federal departments and agencies, as appropriate—
(i) to improve the teaching and learning of quantum information science and engineering at the undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate levels; and
(ii) to increase participation in the quantum fields, including by individuals identified in sections 1885a and 1885b of title 42;
(B) formulating goals for quantum information science and engineering research and education activities to be supported by the National Science Foundation;
(C) leveraging the collective body of knowledge from existing quantum information science and engineering research and education activities;
(D) coordinating research efforts funded through existing programs across the directorates of the National Science Foundation; and
(E) engaging with other Federal departments and agencies, research communities, and potential users of information produced under this section.
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TITLE 15—COMMERCE AND TRADE
§ 278k
1 So in original. Two pars. (7) have been enacted.
AMENDMENTS
2022—Subsecs. (g), (h). Pub. L. 117–167 added subsec.
(g) and redesignated former subsec. (g) as (h).
§ 278i. Reports to Congress
(a) Information to Congress on Institute activi-
ties
The Director shall keep the Committee on
Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the
Senate and the Committee on Science, Space,
and Technology of the House of Representatives
fully and currently informed with regard to all
of the activities of the Institute.
(b) Justification for changes in policies and fees
The Director shall justify in writing all
changes in policies regarding fees for standard
reference materials and calibration services oc-
curring after June 30, 1987, including a descrip-
tion of the anticipated impact of any proposed
changes on demand for and anticipated revenues
from the materials and services. Changes in pol-
icy and fees shall not be effective unless and
until the Director has submitted the proposed
schedule and justification to the Congress and 30
days on which both Houses of Congress are in
session have elapsed since such submission, ex-
cept that the requirement of this sentence shall
not apply with respect to adjustments which are
based solely on changes in the costs of raw ma-
terials or of producing and delivering standard
reference materials or calibration services.
(Mar. 3, 1901, ch. 872, § 23, as added Pub. L.
100–418, title V, § 5114(2), Aug. 23, 1988, 102 Stat.
1432; amended Pub. L. 110–69, title III, § 3004,
Aug. 9, 2007, 121 Stat. 590; Pub. L. 114–329, title II,
§ 204(a)(1)(B)(i), Jan. 6, 2017, 130 Stat. 2998.)
Editorial Notes
AMENDMENTS
2017—Subsecs. (c), (d). Pub. L. 114–329 struck out sub-
secs. (c) and (d) whi
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TITLE 42—THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE
§ 19261
1 So in original. The word ‘‘and’’ probably should not appear.
2 So in original. The word ‘‘shall’’ probably should not appear.
(d) Report
The interagency working group shall—
(1) by not later than 180 days after August 9,
2022—
(A) conduct an initial review of Federal
programs and resources with respect to the
key technology focus areas identified pursu-
ant to section 19107(a)(2) of this title, in
order to—
(i) assess current level of efforts and
characterize existing research infrastruc-
ture, as of the date of the review;
(ii) identify potential areas of overlap or
duplication with respect to the key tech-
nology focus areas; and
(iii) identify potential cross-agency col-
laborations and joint funding opportuni-
ties; and 1
(B) submit a report regarding the review
described in subparagraph (A) to Congress;
and
(C)
seek
stakeholder
input
and
rec-
ommendations in the course of such review;
and
(2) shall 2 carry out the annual reviews and
updates required under section 19107(e) of this
title.
(e) Conflicts
If any conflicts between Federal agencies arise
while carrying out the activities under this sec-
tion, the President shall make the final decision
regarding resolution of the conflict.
(Pub. L. 117–167, div. B, title VI, § 10651, Aug. 9,
2022, 136 Stat. 1682.)
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REFERENCES IN TEXT
This division, referred to in subsec. (c)(2), is div. B of
Pub. L. 117–167, Aug. 9, 2022, 136 Stat. 1399, which en-
acted this chapter and enacted, amended, and repealed
numerous other sections and notes in the Code. For
complete classification of div. B to the Code, see Short
Title note set out under section 18901 of this title and
Tables.
Section 10621, referred to in subsec. (c)(2)
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