42 U.S.C. § 19066 — Technology and behavioral science research
U.S.C. Title 42 - THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE 42 U.S.C. United States Code, 2023 Edition Title 42 - THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE CHAPTER 163 - RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, COMPETITION, AND INNOVATION SUBCHAPTER III - NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION FOR THE FUTURE Part E - Fundamental Research Sec. 19066 - Technology and behavioral science research From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov
§19066. Technology and behavioral science research
(a) In general The Director shall make awards on a merit-reviewed, competitive basis for research and development to— (1) increase understanding of social media and consumer technology access and use patterns and related mental health, behavioral, and substance use disorder issues, particularly for children and adolescents; and (2) explore the role of social media and consumer technology in rising rates of mental health and substance use disorder issues, including within communities experiencing long-term economic distress. (b) Coordination to avoid duplication In making awards under this subsection, the Director shall, for purposes of avoiding duplication of activities and research, consult, collaborate, and coordinate with the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services.
(Pub. L. 117–167, div. B, title III, §10357, Aug. 9, 2022, 136 Stat. 1563.)