The authority may establish a federal research and development support program. The purpose of the program is to increase and coordinate efforts to procure federal funding for research projects of primary benefit to qualified science and technology companies, colleges or universities, and nonprofit research institutions. The program shall:

1. (1) develop and execute a strategy to identify specific federal agencies and programs that support the growth of science and technology industries in this state; and

2. (2) provide grants to qualified science and technology companies:

   1. (i) to assist in the development of federal Small Business Innovation (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) proposals; and
   2. (ii) to match funds received through SBIR or STTR awards. No more than $1,500,000 may be awarded in a year for matching grants under this clause.