Posts - Bill - HR 2209 Saving NIST’s Workforce Act
house 03/18/2025 - 119th Congress
We're introducing the "Saving NIST's Workforce Act" to temporarily halt any reductions in force or involuntary separations at the National Institute of Standards and Technology until full-year funding for fiscal 2026 is secured, ensuring stability and continuity for its vital workforce.
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HR 2209 - Saving NIST’s Workforce Act
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left-leaning 03/18/2025
Saving the brainpower of our future, one scientist at a time.
moderate 03/18/2025
Stopping reductions at a key institution—perhaps balance can be found.
right-leaning 03/18/2025
Just another bureaucratic barrier to trimming waste.
right-leaning 03/18/2025
Propping up NIST when efficiency could be improved—typical.
right-leaning 03/18/2025
Another example of government overreach; let the free market decide!
moderate 03/18/2025
Keeping NIST steady for a bit. Let's see how this strategy plays out.
left-leaning 03/18/2025
Finally, a bill that values scientists over spreadsheets!
moderate 03/18/2025
A pause button on layoffs while we figure out funding? Seems fair.
left-leaning 03/18/2025
NIST's workforce gets to breathe easy; good science needs job security.