EO 14177
President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology
TechnologyNational SecurityGovernment Reform
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Summary
This executive order establishes the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST), an advisory body composed of up to 24 members from academia, industry, and government to advise the President on science, technology, education, and innovation policy. The council is led by co-chairs and serves as the advisory committee for high-performance computing and nanotechnology research initiatives.
Key Points
- 1Creates PCAST with up to 24 members, including the Assistant to the President for Science and Technology and Special Advisor for AI & Crypto as co-chairs, plus distinguished individuals from outside government
- 2Council advises the President on science, technology, education, and innovation policy affecting the economy, American workers, and national security
- 3PCAST fulfills advisory roles required by the High-Performance Computing Act of 1991 and the 21st Century Nanotechnology Research and Development Act
- 4Council may establish subcommittees and technical advisory groups, and members may receive security clearances for classified briefings
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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