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S. 1158 · 100th Congress · enacted

Public Health Service Amendments of 1987

Became Public Law No: 100-177.

Latest official action 1987-12-01 · Enacted

The bill, briefly

Omnibus Health and Science Reauthorization Act I of 1987 - Title I: National Science Foundation Authorization Act - National Science Foundation Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1988 through 1992 - Authorizes appropriations to the National Science Foundation (Foundation) for FY 1988. Specifies that funds will be available for the following categories: (1) biological, behavioral, and social sciences; (2) computer and information science and engineering; (3) engineering; (4) geosciences; (5) mathematical and physical sciences; (6) scientific, technological, and international affairs; (7) program development and management; (8) science and engineering education; and (9) the United States Antarctic Program. Authorizes appropriations to the Foundation for FY 1989, including amounts for: (1) research and related activities; (2) science and engineering education; and (3) the United States Antarctic Program. Authorizes appropriations to the Foundation for FY 1990 through 1992. Declares that appropriations made under such authorizations shall remain available for obligation for periods specified in the Acts making the appropriations. Authorizes use of a limited amount of funds for official consultation, representation, or other extraordinary expenses at the discretion of the Director of the Foundation (Director). Makes the determination of the Director final and conclusive upon the ac…

Congressional Research Service · 1987-05-06

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