HR 6291 117th Congress House Science, Technology, Communications Advanced technology and technological innovations Computers and information technology Energy research Public-private cooperation Research administration and funding Research and development

Micro Act

Introduced: January 19, 2022 Introduced by: Tonko, Paul Democratic · New York See on congress.gov

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Aug 19, 2022

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 349.

Aug 19, 2022

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. H. Rept. 117-452.

Jan 19, 2022

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

Jan 19, 2022

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

Dec 14, 2021

Introduced in House

Dec 14, 2021

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

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Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Microelectronics Research for Energy Innovation Act or the Micro Act

This bill directs the Department of Energy (DOE) to carry out a cross-cutting program of research, development, and demonstration of microelectronics relevant to the mission of DOE and in the service of the nation's global competitiveness in the field of microelectronics.

In carrying out such program, DOE shall award financial assistance to eligible entities, such as national laboratories, to carry out research projects in, among other things, foundational science areas and methods for leveraging artificial intelligence.

The Office of Science within DOE shall establish up to four Microelectronics Science Research Centers to conduct mission-driven research to address foundational challenges in the design, development, and fabrication of microelectronics and to facilitate the translation of research results to industry.

The Office of Science, in coordination with the Office of Technology Transitions, shall implement partnerships with industry groups to facilitate the translation and transfer of research results produced by the centers.

What's happening now August 19, 2022

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 349.

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