The Science Parks Research and Innovative New Technologies (SPRINT) Act
H.R. 4413: The Science Parks Research and Innovative New Technologies (SPRINT) Act
To provide grants and loan guarantees for the development and construction of science parks to promote the clustering of innovation through high technology activities. Read more.
Read more on the companion bill: S. 583, Building a Stronger America Act
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The Senate Commerce Committee Favorably Reported Senate Bill 583: Building a Stronger America Act. Bill Passes Committee with Bipartisan Support. Read more.
SPRINT Act Introduced in House
January 12, 2010--U.S. Representatives Gabrielle Giffords and Martin Heinrich introduced legislation that would provide a strong boost to state and local economies by encouraging the construction and expansion of science parks. The House bill is a companion to S. 583, the Building a Stronger America Act, which was introduced in the Senate by Sen. Mark Pryor of Arkansas. The bill was approved by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation and awaits action by the full Senate.
“This bill will spur innovation and help create the kind of high-paying, high-technology jobs we need to be competitive in the global economy,” said Giffords, a member of the House Science and Technology Committee. “Seed money provided to science parks today represents a wise investment in our future.”
When world-class scientists and entrepreneurs put their minds together, anything is possible,” Heinrich said. “Science parks leverage a region’s existing competitive strengths and are a key component to becoming a nation of sustainable growth and quality jobs.”
Read more--Rep. Gabrielle Giffords
Read more—Rep. Martin Heinrich
What's Next-Get Involved
Talking Points--Download this one page document on S. 583 and H.R. 4413
The SPRINT Act has been referred to the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Science and Technology.
Investing in the future of America through research and education is crucial as we move forward in the global economy. How can you get involved? Contact your Representative about H.R. 4413, SPRINT Act and let them know research parks' important role in job creation.
Download a sample letter.
Contact members of the House Committee on Science and Technology
Join AURP on the Hill for the AURP Washington Summit Breakfast
The Power of Place 2.0: The Power of Innovation
Hosted by the University of Maryland
Dirksen Senate Office Building, Room 562, Washington, D.C.
February 24, 2010, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Speakers: Representative Steny Hoyer (D-MD5), Representative Martin Heinrich (D-NM), AURP President Brian Darmody, AURP Past President Mike Bowman
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