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SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act
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| H.R.5819 (110th Congress) - SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act | Status: House Passed |
To amend the Small Business Act to improve the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez [D, NY-7]Committees: House Small Business, House Science and Technology, Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship
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The bill, which was introduced April 16, 2008, hoped to amend the Small Business Act to improve the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program, and for other purposes.[1] |
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House of Representatives Action
The House of Representatives voted on H.R. 2768 on April 23, 2008.
House Record Vote (217)
April 23, 2008
On Passage: H R 5819 SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act
On Passage
On Passage
Percentage of 'Aye' votes: 85% - Passed
Required percentage of 'Aye' votes: 1/2 (50%)
368
Ayes
43
Nays
| Dem | Rep | Other | |
| Ayes | 219 | 149 | 0 |
| Nays | 5 | 38 | 0 |
| Abst. | 9 | 11 | 0 |
Same for all scorecards:
- Name of bill: SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act
- Chamber: U.S. House of Representatives
- Roll call number: 217
- Congress number: 110th
- Session number: 2
- Vote link: U.S. House of Representatives record vote 217, 110th Congress, Session 2
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Scorecard: National Journal 2008 House Scorecard |
Org. position: Aye |
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Description: "Reauthorize small-business programs that give preference to companies that are owned by veterans, promote energy efficiency, or are located in areas with high unemployment. April 23. (368-43)" (Original scorecard available at: http://www.nationaljournal.com/njmagazine/cs_20090228_4813.php) | |
