Bill authorizing $23 billion bond to fund California scientific research clears key Senate committee
UC Office of the President
Senate Bill 895, legislation authored by Sen. Scott Wiener and sponsored by the University of California to help fund scientific research, passed the Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee on a 5-2 vote yesterday. As UC faces one of the most significant disruptions to its research enterprise in its 158-year history, this bipartisan legislation would place a $23 billion bond to fund scientific research across California on the November 2026 ballot.
If passed by voters, the measure would help preserve research central to protecting jobs, sustaining lifesaving medical advancements, supporting the health of California communities and maintaining the state’s global leadership in innovation. Prior to the hearing, researchers and faculty submitted over five dozen letters on behalf of the University, and the UC Advocacy Network sent more than 5,000 emails to lawmakers in support of SB 895 and the critical research funding the bill would provide...
Full news release at https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/press-room/bill-authorizing-23-billion-bond-fund-california-scientific-research-clears-key-senate.
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