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HR 10173 reauthorizes National Science Foundation research programs for undergraduates

Original title: To amend the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010 to reauthorize the research experiences for undergraduates program at the National Science Foundation, and for other purposes.

August 27, 2026

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Where This Stands

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Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Last action

Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.Aug 27, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The bill maintains federal support for specialized research training, which directly impacts the availability of competitive internship and research positions for undergraduate students at universities nationwide.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

undergraduate students

Students seeking research opportunities through the National Science Foundation are affected by the continued authorization of the program.

National Science Foundation

The agency is tasked with administering the reauthorized research program.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Background

The America COMPETES Act was originally passed to bolster U.S. competitiveness in science and technology through increased funding for research and education. context

Summary

HR 10173 renews the National Science Foundation's Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program by amending the . This legislation ensures the continued operation of programs that provide undergraduate students with hands-on research opportunities in science and engineering fields.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program?

It is a National Science Foundation program that provides undergraduate students with opportunities to participate in active research projects at host institutions.

Does this bill change how the program works?

The bill s the program, ensuring its continued legal standing and funding authority under the America COMPETES framework.

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HR 10173 reauthorizes National Science Foundation research programs for undergraduates

HR 10173 renews the National Science Foundation's Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program by amending the America COMPETES Reauthorizati

Discoveries

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Program Continuity

The bill focuses on maintaining existing research infrastructure rather than creating new programs, signaling a priority on stability for STEM education.

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