State of New York et al. v. National Science Foundation et al.

Why this Matters:

The plaintiffs allege the defendants’ termination of projects that promote underrepresented populations’ involvement in STEM and implementation of a uniform reimbursement cap of 15 percent for all new research grants, regardless of the indirect cost needs of the institutions, violate the Administrative Procedure Act, separation of powers principles, the Take Care Clause, and exceeds federal authority. Federal funding of inclusive STEM programs spurs and sustains scientific innovation.

Potential Impact:

Curtailing STEM participation by underrepresented groups stifles robust scientific research. Lowering and capping the indirect cost rate for federally funded research jeopardizes STEM institutions’ ability to effectively conduct critical health research.