Department of Commerce Research and Technology Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1990, 1991, and 1992

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Department of Commerce Research and Technology Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1990, 1991, and 1992 - Authorizes appropriations to the Secretary of Commerce for FY 1990 through 1992 to carry out the following activities of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST): (1) measurement research and standards; (2) materials science and engineering; (3) engineering measurements and standards; (4) computer science and technology; (5) research support activities; and (6) technology services. Authorizes appropriations for NIST for: (1) FY 1990 and 1991 for the Cold Neutron Source Facility; and (2) FY 1991 and 1992 for construction activities. Earmarks specified amounts for: (1) steel technology; (2) the Center for Building Technology; (3) the Center for Fire Research; (4) the technical competence fund; and (5) the evaluation of nonenergy-related inventions and related technology extension activities. Permits transfers of funds among activities under specified conditions. Prohibits the merger of the Center for Building Technology and the Center for Fire Research. Authorizes additional appropriations for FY 1990 through 1992 for: (1) the Advanced Technology Program; (2) the …