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Read. Follow. Verify.1976 Senate Hearings on National Science Foundation Funding (S. 3202)
Record date · July 14, 2026
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What This Bill Does
This document contains the official transcript of Senate hearings held in March 1976 regarding S. 3202, a bill to authorize funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF). The hearings provided a forum for lawmakers to review the agency's proposed budget and policy priorities for the fiscal year.
The hearings established the legislative framework and funding levels for the National Science Foundation's research and education programs for the 1976 fiscal year.
Who It Affects
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National Science Foundation
The agency's budget and legislative authority for the year were determined by the outcome of the bill discussed in these hearings.
Scientific Research Community
The availability of federal grants and research funding is contingent upon the authorization levels set by this legislation.
Key Facts
- The hearings were held to review S. 3202, the National Science Foundation authorization legislation for 1976.
- The proceedings were conducted by the Special Subcommittee on the National Science Foundation.
- The subcommittee operated under the Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare.
- The hearings took place over two days: March 1, 1976, and March 3, 1976.
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- The primary purpose was to evaluate the agency's budget requests and operational mandates for the upcoming fiscal period.
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