Amending Executive Order 14007
Sep 16, 2021
Signed by: Joe Biden
Signed on: Sep 13, 2021
Published on: Sep 16, 2021
Sep 16, 2021
Signed by: Joe Biden
Signed on: Sep 13, 2021
Published on: Sep 16, 2021
Summary
Changes a previous order to allow more people to be on the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.
What problem does this solve?
The President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology had a limit on how many people could join. This order raises that limit to allow more experts to be part of the council.
What does this order do?
Increases size of President's science council
Changes the maximum number of members on the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) to 32.
Who does this affect?
- Scientific and technology advisors
- The President
What is the real world impact?
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Broadens scientific advice to the President
Increases the size of the advisory council to allow for a wider range of experts and perspectives on science and technology to inform presidential decisions.
When does this start?
This order takes effect on September 13, 2021.