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20 U.S.C. § 3901 (EDUCATION)
§ 3901. Statement of purpose
It is the purpose of this chapter to improve the quality of mathematics and science teaching and instruction in the United States.
(Pub. L. 98–377, § 2, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1267.)
heading: Short Title of 1985 Amendment
text: Pub. L. 99–159, § 1, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 887, provided: “That this Act [enacting sections 366, 1221e–1c, and 3911 to 3922 of this title, and section 1886 of Title 42, The Public Health and Welfare, amending sections 351a, 351c, 351d, 353, 1134h, 1221e–1b, 1411, 2007, 2311, 2312, 2322, 2323, 2333, 2361 to 2363, 2383, 2392, 2417, 2462, 2464, 2471, 2763, 3902, 3963 to 3973, 3982, 3983, 3985 to 3988, 4003, 4033, 4051, 4053, 4056, and 4059 of this title, sections 1503 and 1753 of Title 29, Labor, and sections 1862 to 1864, 1868 to 1872, 1873, 1874, 1881a, 1882, and 1885 to 1885d of Title 42, omitting sections 3911 to 3915, 3921 to 3923, 3931 to 3933, 3941, and 3951 to 3954 of this title, repealing sections 1873a and 1884 of Title 42, enacting provisions set out as notes under sections 351f, 1087bb, 1411, and 2311 of this title and section 1861 of Title 42, and amending provisions set out as notes under sections 1087bb and 2301 of this title and sections 1861 and 1882 of Title 42] may be cited as the ‘National Science, Engineering, and Mathematics Authorization Act of 1986’.”
heading: Short Title
text: Pub. L. 98–377, § 1, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1267, provided: “That this Act [enacting this chapter] may be cited as the ‘Education for Economic Security Act’.”
Part A of title III of Pub. L. 98–377, as amended, which enacted part A of subchapter III of this chapter, is known as “Partnerships in Education for Mathematics, Science, and Engineering Act”, see note set out under section 3981 of this title.
Title V of Pub. L. 98–377, which enacted subchapter V of this chapter, is known as “Asbestos School Hazard Abatement Act of 1984”, see note set out under section 4011 of this title.
Title VIII of Pub. L. 98–377, which enacted subchapter VIII of this chapter, is known as “The Equal Access Act”, see note set out under section 4071 of this title.
Title IX of Pub. L. 98–377, which enacted subchapter IX of this chapter, is known as the “Star Schools Program Assistance Act”, see note set out under section 4081 of this title.
20 U.S.C. § 3911 (EDUCATION)
§ 3911. Congressional declaration of policy
(a) The Congress declares that the science and engineering education responsibilities of the National Science Foundation are—
(1) to improve the quality of instruction in the fields of mathematics, science, and engineering;
(2) to support research, fellowships, teacher-faculty-business exchange programs in mathematics, science, and engineering;
(3) to improve the quality and availability of instrumentation for mathematics, science, and engineering instruction;
(4) to encourage partnerships in education between local and State education agencies, business and industry, colleges and universities, and cultural and professional institutions and societies; and
(5) to improve the quality of education at all levels in the fields of mathematics, science, and engineering.
(b) In exercising its responsibilities to strengthen scientific and engineering research potential and science and engineering education programs at all levels, the Foundation shall avoid undue concentration of support for research and education activities.
(Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 101, as added Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 201, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 893.)
heading: Prior Provisions
text: A prior section 3911, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 101, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1268, related to grants for teacher institutes, prior to the general revision of this subchapter by section 201 of Pub. L. 99–159. See section 3913 of this title.
heading: Undergraduate Science Improvement
text: Pub. L. 100–570, title I, § 112, Oct. 31, 1988, 102 Stat. 2870, provided that:
“(a) The Congress finds that the support of undergraduate science and engineering education is a critical component in a comprehensive national policy intended to ensure the Nation’s future supply of scientists and engineers.
“(b) In accordance with the provisions of this Act [see Tables for classification], the Foundation shall support undergraduate science and engineering activities in instrumentation and laboratory improvement, undergraduate faculty enhancement, undergraduate research opportunities, undergraduate curriculum development, and efforts to encourage the participation of women, minorities, and the disabled in such fields.
“(c) In carrying out the provisions of this section, the Foundation shall take into account the special needs of two-year and four-year colleges and universities.”
20 U.S.C. § 3912 (EDUCATION)
§ 3912. Functional objectives; uses of funds
(a) In carrying out its science and engineering education responsibilities, the Foundation shall have the following functional objectives: public understanding of science and technology, faculty enhancement, student education and training, instructional development and instrumentation, and materials development and dissemination.
(b) Funds under this subchapter shall, consistent with such functional objectives, be used for—
(1) enhancement of public understanding of science and engineering through informal education activities using a variety of mediums such as broadcasting, museums, clubs, and amateur science societies;
(2) development of new science and engineering faculty resources and talents;
(3) enhancement of the quality of science and engineering instruction in colleges of teacher education;
(4) development of four-year college faculty and instructors in high technology fields;
(5) development of two-year community college faculty and instructors especially in high technology fields;
(6) development of precollege mathematics, science and engineering education and training;
(7) encouragement of potential students, including underrepresented and underserved populations, to pursue careers in mathematics, science, engineering, and critical foreign languages;
(8) development of instructional instrumentation and systems for postsecondary technical, engineering, and scientific education; and
(9) development of science, engineering, and education networks to aid in the development and dissemination of successful curricula, methods, and materials.
(Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 102, as added Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 201, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 894.)
heading: Prior Provisions
text: A prior section 3912, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 102, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1268, related to submission, contents, etc., of applications, prior to the general revision of this subchapter by section 201 of Pub. L. 99–159.
20 U.S.C. § 3913 (EDUCATION)
§ 3913. Teacher institutes
(a) Authorization to make competitive grants; covered institutions, businesses, etc.; purpose
The Foundation shall, in accordance with the provisions of this subchapter, make competitive grants to institutions of higher education, businesses, nonprofit private organizations (including schools), local education agencies, professional engineering and scientific associations, museums, libraries, public broadcasting entities (as defined in section 397(11) of title 47), and appropriate State agencies to support institutes and workshops for supervisors and teachers in public and private elementary and secondary schools for the purpose of improving the subject knowledge and teaching skills of such teachers in the areas of mathematics and science.
(b) Equitable distribution of grants; awards in each State
In making grants under this section, the Foundation shall assure that there is an equitable distribution among States of institutes established and operated with funds made available under this section. The Foundation shall award not less than one institute in each State, except that the Foundation may waive this requirement if there is no proposal from a State which meets the requirements of this subchapter. Proposals which exceed $300,000 in any fiscal year incorporating the services or resources of more than two entities in the design and operation of the institute, may be funded at the discretion of the Director of the Foundation.
(c) Cooperation of advanced technology businesses and other businesses
Institutes assisted under this subchapter may, to the extent possible, involve the cooperation of advanced technology businesses and other businesses which are able to supply assistance in the teaching of mathematics and science.
(d) Requirement of involvement in planning and development
In making grants under this subchapter, the Foundation shall require assurances that local education agencies will be involved in the planning and development of the institute in the case of applications submitted by other eligible applicants described in subsection (a) of this section, or that one or more such applicants will be involved in the planning and development of the institute in the case of applications submitted by State or local education agencies.
(Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 103, as added Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 201, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 894.)
heading: Prior Provisions
text: A prior section 3913, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 113, Aug., 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1269, related to distribution of assistance and limitation on grants, prior to the general revision of this subchapter by section 201 of Pub. L. 99–159. See subsec. (b) of this section.
20 U.S.C. § 3914 (EDUCATION)
§ 3914. Materials development and methods research for mathematics, science, and engineering
(a) Authorization to award competitive grants; covered institutions, businesses, etc.; purposes
The Foundation is authorized, in accordance with the provisions of this subchapter, to award competitive grants to institutions of higher education, businesses, nonprofit private organizations, local education agencies, professional engineering and scientific associations, museums, libraries, public broadcasting entities (as defined in section 397(11) of title 47), and appropriate State agencies—
(1) for instructional curriculum improvement and faculty development in mathematics, science, and engineering;
(2) for programs designed to enhance public understanding of mathematics, science, and engineering, including the use of public broadcasting entities; and
(3) for research on methods of instruction and educational programs in mathematics, science, engineering, and critical foreign languages.
(b) Scope of studies
Studies conducted under subsection (a)(3) of this section may include—
(1) teaching and learning research and its application to local and private sector instructional materials development and to improved teacher training programs;
(2) research on the use of local and informal science education activities;
(3) research on recruitment, retention, and improvement of mathematics, science, engineering, and critical languages faculties; and
(4) analysis of materials and methods for mathematics, science, and engineering education used in other countries and their potential application in the United States.
(c) Matching grant requirements
Funds awarded for such competitive grants shall be expended through a system requiring matching of the grant. The minimum amount required as a match shall be equal to a percentage of the grant that is determined by the Foundation. Funds made available for matching purposes may include in-kind services or other resources.
(d) Materials or methods research application requirements
In making grant applications for materials or methods research for the purposes described in subsections (a)(1) and (a)(3) of this section, the Foundation shall assure the involvement of appropriate State or local education agencies in the case of applications submitted by other entities described in subsection (a) of this section, or that one or more of such other entities will be consulted in the case of applications submitted by State or local education agencies.
(Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 104, as added Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 201, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 895.)
heading: Prior Provisions
text: A prior section 3914, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 114, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1269, related to cooperation with business concerns, prior to the general revision of this subchapter by section 201 of Pub. L. 99–159. See section 3913(c) of this title.
20 U.S.C. § 3915 (EDUCATION)
§ 3915. Graduate fellowships
The Foundation is authorized, in accordance with the provisions of this subchapter, to establish and carry out a program of graduate fellowships for the purpose of encouraging and assisting promising students to continue their education and research in mathematics, science, and engineering.
(Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 105, as added Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 201, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 896.)
heading: Prior Provisions
text: A prior section 3915, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 115, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1269, related to special consideration for applications meeting the needs of under­represented and underserved populations, prior to the general revision of this subchapter by section 201 of Pub. L. 99–159. See section 3919 of this title.
20 U.S.C. § 3916 (EDUCATION)
§ 3916. Other functional activities
(a) The Foundation is authorized to expend up to 15 per centum of the funds available for science and engineering education for applications which the Foundation determines will meet one or more of the functional objectives described in section 3912(b) of this title.
(b) Such programs may include a program for the exchange of mathematics, science, or engineering faculty between institutions of higher education (particularly institutions having nationally recognized research facilities) and eligible institutions. For the purposes of this section, the term “eligible institution” means an institution of higher education which—
(1) has an enrollment which includes a substantial percentage of students who are members of a minority group, or who are economically or educationally disadvantaged; or
(2) is located in a community that is not within commuting distance of a major institution of higher education; and
(3) demonstrates a commitment to meet the special educational needs of students who are members of a minority group or are economically or educationally disadvantaged.
(Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 106, as added Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 201, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 896.)
20 U.S.C. § 3917 (EDUCATION)
§ 3917. Repealed. Pub. L. 104–66, title II, § 2141(a), Dec. 21, 1995, 109 Stat. 731
text: Section, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 107, as added Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 201, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 896; amended Pub. L. 103–437, § 7(c), Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4588, related to developing and annual update of a strategic plan for science and engineering education.
20 U.S.C. § 3918 (EDUCATION)
§ 3918. Approval of proposals
The Foundation shall adopt approval procedures designed to assure that awards are made on the basis of the scientific and educational merit as determined by the peer review process. To the maximum extent possible, the Foundation shall assure that there is an equitable distribution of resources with respect to institutions and geographical areas.
(Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 108, as added Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 201, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 896.)
20 U.S.C. § 3919 (EDUCATION)
§ 3919. Special consideration of underrepresented and underserved population
In providing financial assistance under this subchapter, the Foundation shall make every effort to ensure that consideration is given to proposals which contain provisions designed to meet the needs of underrepresented and underserved populations.
(Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 109, as added Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 201, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 897.)
20 U.S.C. § 3920 (EDUCATION)
§ 3920. Availability of funds
Funds to carry out this subchapter for any fiscal year shall be made available from amounts appropriated pursuant to annual authorizations of appropriations for the National Science Foundation for Science and Engineering Education. For fiscal year 1986, funds to carry out this subchapter shall be available from amounts authorized by section 102(a)(8) of the National Science Foundation Authorization Act for fiscal year 1986.
(Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 110, as added Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 201, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 897.)
heading: References in Text
text: Section 102(a)(8) of the National Science Foundation Authorization Act for fiscal year 1986, referred to in text, is section 102(a)(8) of Pub. L. 99–159, title I, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 887, which is not classified to the Code.
20 U.S.C. § 3921 (EDUCATION)
§ 3921. Prohibition against the Federal control of education
The provisions of section 1232a 1 of this title, relating to prohibition against Federal control of education, shall apply to each program and award authorized by this subchapter.
(Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 111, as added Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 201, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 897.)
heading: References in Text
text: Section 1232a of this title, referred to in text, was in the original a reference to section 432 of the General Education Provisions Act. Sections 425 and 432 of that Act were renumbered as sections 432 and 438, respectively, by Pub. L. 103–382, title II, § 212(b)(1), Oct. 20, 1994, 108 Stat. 3913, and are classified to sections 1231b–2 and 1232a, respectively, of this title.
heading: Prior Provisions
text: A prior section 3921, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 121, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1269, related to programs authorized for mathematics and science education development, prior to the general revision of this subchapter by section 201 of Pub. L. 99–159. See section 3914 of this title.
20 U.S.C. § 3922 (EDUCATION)
§ 3922. Participation of teachers from private schools
The Foundation shall, after consultation with appropriate private school representatives, make provision for the benefit of teachers in private elementary and secondary schools in the programs authorized by this subchapter, in order to assure equitable participation of such teachers.
(Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 112, as added Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 201, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 897.)
heading: Prior Provisions
text: Prior sections 3922 to 3954 were omitted in the general revision of this subchapter by section 201 of Pub. L. 99–159.
Prior section 3922, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 122, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1269, related to requirements, contents, etc., for applications and defined “eligible applicant”.
Prior section 3923, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 123, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1270, related to special consideration for applications meeting the needs of underrepresented and underserved populations. See section 3919 of this title.
Prior section 3931, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 132, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1270, related to establishment, etc., of the merit scholarship program.
Prior section 3932, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 133, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1271, related to criteria, etc., for selection of merit scholars.
Prior section 3933, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 134, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1271, related to amount of stipends and conditions for scholarships.
Prior section 3941, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 141, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1272, related to authority, etc., of the Director to make grants, to enter into contracts, and to conduct programs from discretionary funds. See section 3916 of this title.
Prior section 3951, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 161, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1272, related to the administrative authorities of the Foundation and reporting requirements.
Prior section 3952, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 162, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1273, related to participation of teachers from private schools. See section 3922 of this title.
Prior section 3953, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 163, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1273, related to prohibition against Federal control of education. See section 3921 of this title.
Prior section 3954, Pub. L. 98–377, title I, § 164, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1273, related to authorization of appropriations for purposes of former provisions. See section 3920 of this title.
20 U.S.C. § 3961 to 3973 (EDUCATION)
§§ 3961 to 3973. Repealed. Pub. L. 100–297, title II, § 2303, Apr. 28, 1988, 102 Stat. 324
text: Section 3961, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 201, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1273, related to purpose of subchapter.
text: Section 3962, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 202, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1274, defined “junior or community college”.
text: Section 3963, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 203, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1274; Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 222(a), Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 897; Pub. L. 100–418, title VI, § 6005, Aug. 23, 1988, 102 Stat. 1471, related to program authorized.
text: Section 3964, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 204, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1274; Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 223, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 897, related to allotment to States.
text: Section 3965, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 205, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1275; Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 222(b), Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 897, related to in-State apportionment.
text: Section 3966, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 206, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1275; Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 224, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 898, related to elementary and secondary education programs.
text: Section 3967, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 207, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1277; Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 225, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 899, related to higher education programs.
text: Section 3968, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 208, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1278; Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 226, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 899, related to State assessments of mathematics, science, foreign languages, and computer learning.
text: Section 3969, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 209, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1279; Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 227, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 899, related to State applications.
text: Section 3970, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 210, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1280; Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 228, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 900, related to local educational agency assessments.
text: Section 3971, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 211, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1281; Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 228A, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 900, related to participation of children and teachers from private nonprofit schools.
text: Section 3972, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 212, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1281; Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 229, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 900, related to Secretary’s discretionary fund for programs of national significance.
text: Section 3973, Pub. L. 98–377, title II, § 213, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1282; Pub. L. 99–159, title II, § 230, Nov. 22, 1985, 99 Stat. 900, related to payments.
heading: Effective Date of Repeal
text: Repeal effective July 1, 1988, see section 6303 of Pub. L. 100–297, set out as an Effective Date of 1988 Amendment note under section 1071 of this title.
20 U.S.C. § 3981 (EDUCATION)
§ 3981. Statement of purpose
It is the purpose of this part to supplement State and local resources to—
(1) improve the quality of instruction in the fields of mathematics, science, and engineering in the State;
(2) furnish additional resources and support for research, student scholarships, and faculty exchange programs in the fields of mathematics, science, and engineering; and
(3) encourage partnerships in education between the business community, institutions of higher education, and elementary and secondary schools in the community.
(Pub. L. 98–377, title III, § 302, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1283; Pub. L. 100–418, title VI, § 6031(b)(2), Aug. 23, 1988, 102 Stat. 1483.)
heading: Amendments
text: 1988—Pub. L. 100–418 substituted “part” for “subchapter” in introductory text.
heading: Short Title
text: Pub. L. 98–377, title III, § 301, Aug. 11, 1984, 98 Stat. 1283, as amended by Pub. L. 100–418, title VI, § 6031(b)(2), Aug. 23, 1988, 102 Stat. 1483, provided that: “This part [part A (§§ 301–309) of title III of Pub. L. 98–377 enacting this part] may be cited as the ‘Partnerships in Education for Mathematics, Science, and Engineering Act’.”