SB 204: FUNDING FOR TERMINATED RESEARCH PROJECTS
SB 204 status: Introduced — action postponed indefinitely (updated Mar 24, 2026).
What this bill does
Overall score
Bill summary
OfficialThe Senate is deciding whether to give money to research projects that were canceled before they could be finished.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct environmental benefit identified
Risks
- No direct environmental risk identified
Economy
Benefits
- Finalizes financial close-outs for dormant projects
Risks
- Risk of inefficient use of taxpayer funds on non-performing activities
Society
Benefits
- Provides administrative support to academic research institutions
Risks
- Potentially diverts funding from active or priority research initiatives
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Fiscal risk regarding the lack of transparency in why projects were terminated
Analysis based solely on a brief OpenStates abstract
Where it stands
Introduced
Currentaction postponed indefinitely
Committee
UpcomingFloor
UpcomingGovernor
UpcomingEnacted
UpcomingHow it affects your district
Set your location
Add your district to see how this bill may affect your community and who to contact.
Take action
Contact your representatives
Let them know how you feel about this bill.
Share your view
Join the discussion and see what others are saying.
Track this bill
Stay updated on progress and changes.