S 821 · 98th Congress · Science, Technology, Communications

National Bureau of Standards Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1984

Introduced 1983-03-16· Sponsored by Sen. Gorton, Slade [R-WA]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
Committee
Senate Vote
4
House
5
Enacted
Latest: For Further Action See H.R.2513.(1983-05-10)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] National Bureau of Standards Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1984 - Authorizes appropriations to carry out the activities performed by the National Bureau of Standards for FY 1984 including: (1) measurement research and standards; (2) engineering measurements and standards; (3) computer sciences and technology; (4) core measurement research for new technologies; (5) technical competence fund; and (6) central technical support. Limits the amount of excess foreign currency obligation which the Bureau may incur. Authorizes additional appropriations for: (1) the Office of Productivity, Technology, and Innovation; and (2) necessary salary adjustments. Requires that sufficient income from the Working Capital Fund remain outside the general fund of the Treasury to ensure the availability of working capital necessary to replace equipment and inventories for the Bureau.…

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Cosponsors (1)

1 Republican