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Disappointing that the SBIR/STTR programs are not reauthorized in this legislation. The program expires in 2 months and certain Republicans seem hell-bent on le
by jaypeg25 4y ago
Disappointing that the SBIR/STTR programs are not reauthorized in this legislation. The program expires in 2 months and certain Republicans seem hell-bent on letting it die.
- clcaev 4y agoWith rules in the last decade to admit hedge fund ownership, the SBIR/STTR program now poorly supports small businesses. It'd be nice to see the program lapse, the funds could better support other activities.
- jaypeg25 4y agoThe funds are already there. It's not an additional amount, but just a % of the overall agencies budget. I also personally don't have an issue with the VC fund ownership rules but my industry (biotech) necessitates it more than maybe others.
- clcaev 4y agoExcept that substantial VC investment is seen as a strong signal by NSF that they should fund.