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FEDERALhearing transcript

1976 Senate Hearings on National Science Foundation Funding (S. 3202)

Original title: National Science Foundation authorization legislation, 1976: hearings before the Special Subcommittee on the National Science Foundation of the Committee on Labor and Public Welfare, United States Senate, Ninety-fourth Congress, second session, on S. 3202 ... March 1 and 3, 1976.

July 14, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

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 is mentioned in the record

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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.

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Summary

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.

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.
  • The primary purpose was to evaluate the agency's budget requests and operational mandates for the upcoming fiscal period.

Why It Matters

The hearings established the legislative framework and funding levels for the National Science Foundation's research and education programs for the 1976 fiscal year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of these hearings?
The hearings were held to discuss and review S. 3202, which proposed the authorization of funding for the National Science Foundation for 1976.
Who conducted these hearings?
The hearings were conducted by the Special on the National Science Foundation, which is part of the Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare.

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Legislative Oversight of Science

The document highlights the formal process of congressional oversight for scientific research funding in the mid-1970s.

National Science FoundationCommittee on Labor and Public Welfare

Connected Entities

organizationNational Science Foundation“The federal agency subject to the authorization legislation.”Map →
organizationCommittee on Labor and Public Welfare“The Senate committee responsible for overseeing the NSF.”Map →

Sources

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