Policy & Advocacy

Ever wonder what happens after you contact your elected officials? Former AAAS-ASGCT Congressional Policy Fellow in the U.S. House of Representatives, Adriana Bankston walks us through the journey of a congressional advocacy letter and explains how scientists can use their voices to help shape research funding and federal policy.

GSA shared serious concerns regarding the proposed changes to Uniform Guidance, which, if enacted, will irrevocably damage scientific integrity, progress, and the strength of the U.S. research enterprise.

Submit a comment on OMB’s proposed revision to uniform guidance by July 13

The collective voice of the scientific community is a powerful tool. Help us make a difference.

Adriana Bankston, a former AAAS-ASGCT Congressional Policy Fellow in the U.S. House of Representatives*, shares how she used her background as a scientist to shape policy during uncertain times. She explains why advocacy matters at every career stage, and how individual voices can make an impact in the U.S. Congress.

Our latest blog series shedding light on how members of our community are being affected by recent government funding and policy changes continues with a look into the economic impact to the United States and loss of output from decreased investment in science. Read the previous post on how the changes are impacting early career…