The Cooperative Institute Act of 2026
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A Senator introduced this bill to change how certain research partnerships work between federal agencies and outside organizations. Specifically, it focuses on “cooperative institutes,” which are entities that partner with agencies like the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to conduct scientific research.
Why it matters: This is a procedural update intended to streamline the way government agencies partner with academic or private research institutions for scientific study.
Who it affects
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
This information comes from Congress.gov regarding a Senate bill; please consult the official text before relying on this summary for legal or professional purposes.
Agency: Senate
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document