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BillHR 7949 · 119

NSF Plant Biology Act

Introduced
Mar 16, 2026
Cosponsors
2
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 16, 2026

Bill Summary

Funds research and development in plant biology through the National Science Foundation. Supports scientific studies and projects related to plants and their applications.

Sponsored By

Josh Riley
Democrat · New York · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 16, 2026
  3. Mar 16, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects scientists, researchers, and students in the field of plant biology, providing them with potential funding and resources for their work. It also impacts the broader scientific community and the general public, who may benefit from advancements and discoveries in plant biology.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
3backers
  • Democratic2
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 50%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Cosponsors (2)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicTech & Platforms
CommitteeCommittee on Science
IntroducedMar 16, 2026
Last UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Subjects
  • Tech

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.