H.R. 2436, The Nanotechnology in the Schools Act

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H.R. 2436 would strengthen the capacity of eligible institutions to provide instruction in nanotechnology.

Detailed Summary

Nanotechnology in the Schools Act - Requires the Director of the National Science Foundation to establish a nanotechnology in the schools program awarding grants to public or charter secondary schools offering advanced science courses and to institutions of higher education, for the purchase of nanotechnology equipment and software and the provision of nanotechnology education to students and teachers.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 5/31/2007: Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Research and Science Education.

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