Maintaining Investments in New Innovation Act

Overview: HR 1672, the "Maintaining Investments in New Innovation Act", was introduced in the House on February 27, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to encourage and support continued investment in emerging technologies and innovative research and development (R&D) activities.

Key Provisions:
- Extends and expands tax credits for businesses investing in R&D, with a focus on high-risk, high-reward projects
- Establishes a new grant program to fund university-based research centers focused on developing transformative technologies
- Provides additional funding and resources for federal agencies to support early-stage innovation and technology commercialization
- Streamlines regulatory processes and reduces administrative burdens for companies engaged in innovative R&D

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Businesses, particularly in technology and R&D-intensive industries, will benefit from the expanded tax credits and funding opportunities
- Universities and research institutions will have access to new grant funding to support their innovative work
- Consumers and the general public may ultimately benefit from the accelerated development and commercialization of transformative technologies

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been introduced in the House and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It will need to undergo committee review, potential amendments, and votes in both the House and Senate before being sent to the President for signature.