National Fab Lab Network Act of 2026
To establish the National Fab Lab Network, a nonprofit organization consisting of a national network of local digital fabrication facilities providing universal access to advanced manufacturing tools for workforce development, STEM education, developing inventions, creating businesses, producing personalized products, mitigating risks, and for other purposes.
The bill, HB9463, proposes to create a National Fab Lab Network, a nonprofit organization that would connect local digital fabrication facilities across the country. These facilities would offer access to advanced manufacturing tools for a wide range of purposes, including workforce development, STEM education, invention, business creation, personalized product production, and risk mitigation.
This initiative would impact a broad audience, from students and educators to entrepreneurs and inventors, by providing them with resources and opportunities to innovate and learn. It aims to enhance educational opportunities, support small businesses, and encourage technological advancements.
As of June 25, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the House and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology for further review. The bill is currently in its initial stages of the legislative process.
