Larry Bucshon: “As the chairman of the Subcommittee on Research and Technology, I would like to thank the full committee chairman, Mr.…”

“As the chairman of the Subcommittee on Research and Technology, I would like to thank the full committee chairman, Mr. Smith, the full committee ranking member, Ms. Johnson, and the subcommittee ranking member, Mr. Lipinski, for their bipartisan work on this bill. This bill reauthorizes the National Institute of Standards and Technology, also known as NIST. Whether contributing to the technology of the smoke detector or developing X-ray standards for mammograms, NIST has had a substantial impact on our Nation's scientific and technological developments, industry, and economy for over 100 years. H.R. 5035 authorizes $850 million for NIST in fiscal year 2014 and $855.8 million in fiscal year 2015. This bill implements changes and updates to ensure responsible use of taxpayer funds during tight fiscal times, while still maintaining a competitive edge in the United States. H.R. 5035 adds language to emphasize NIST's role in advancing our Nation's technological competitiveness and innovation ability, and enables more information sharing related to technological standards. Additionally, this legislation codifies NIST's outreach and education efforts. Another critical program in this legislation is the Hollings Manufacturing Partnership, or MEP. This program provides assistance to small, U.S.-based manufacturing companies to help identify and adopt new technologies and manufacturing techniques.…”