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1970 National Science Foundation Funding Hearing

Original title: National Science Foundation authorization, 1970: hearing before the Special Subcommittee on the National Science Foundation of the Committee on Labor and Public Welfare, United States Senate, Ninety-first Congress, first session, on S. 1856, to authorize appropriations for activities of National Science Foundation, and for other purposes; S. 1857, to authorize appropriations for activities of the National Science Foundation, pursuant to Public Law 81-507, as amended, May 7, 1969.

Record date · July 14, 2026

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What This Bill Does

This document is a transcript record of a 1969 U.S. Senate hearing regarding the authorization of funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF) for the 1970 fiscal year. The hearing focused on two specific legislative proposals, S. 1856 and S. 1857, which outline the financial support for NSF activities.

Why it matters

The hearing established the legislative framework for the National Science Foundation's 1970 budget, determining the level of federal investment in scientific research and development for that year.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

National Science Foundation

The agency's annual funding authorization is determined by the legislation discussed in this hearing.

Indirectly affected

Scientific Research Community

The level of federal appropriations authorized for the NSF impacts the availability of grants and research funding.

Key Facts

  • The hearing was held on May 7, 1969, by the Special Subcommittee on the National Science Foundation.
  • The purpose of the hearing was to review S. 1856 and S. 1857.
  • Both bills concern the authorization of appropriations for the National Science Foundation for the 1970 fiscal year.
  • The legislative review is conducted pursuant to the authority granted by Public Law 81-507, as amended.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of this hearing?
The hearing was held to discuss and review proposed legislation (S. 1856 and S. 1857) to authorize funding for the National Science Foundation for 1970.
When did this hearing take place?
The hearing occurred on May 7, 1969.

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Legislative Foundation

The hearing explicitly ties the 1970 authorization process back to the original 1950 establishment of the NSF via Public Law 81-507.

National Science FoundationPublic Law 81-507

Connected Entities

Public Law 81-507, National Science Foundation, Committee on Labor and Public Welfare
otherPublic Law 81-507“The original act establishing the National Science Foundation.”Map →
OrganizationNational Science Foundation“The federal agency whose funding is being authorized.”Map →
OrganizationCommittee on Labor and Public Welfare“The Senate committee overseeing the hearing.”Map →

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