1974 Congressional Hearing on National Science Foundation Funding
July 20, 2026
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The Frame
The hearing established the legislative framework and budget authorization levels for the National Science Foundation's scientific research and education programs for the 1975 fiscal year.
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National Science Foundation
The agency's annual budget and operational authority are determined by the legislation discussed in this hearing.
Scientific Research Community
The funding levels authorized by these bills determine the availability of federal grants for scientific research.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on April 5, 1974, by the Special Subcommittee on the National Science Foundation.
- The subcommittee reviewed S. 3299, titled the 'National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 1975'.
- The subcommittee reviewed S. 3344, a bill to authorize appropriations for the activities of the National Science Foundation.
- The proceedings took place during the second session of the Ninety-third Congress.
Why It Matters
The hearing established the legislative framework and budget authorization levels for the National Science Foundation's scientific research and education programs for the 1975 fiscal year.
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Legislative Dual-Tracking
The committee simultaneously reviewed two separate bills (S. 3299 and S. 3344) related to the same agency, indicating a multi-pronged approach to NSF funding in 1974.
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