Science & Technology Action Committee
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A non-partisan coalition of non-profit, academic, foundation & corporate leaders working to strengthen American science & technology.
Thank you to Sen. Jerry Moran, @vanhollen.senate.gov Rep. Hal Rogers, and @meng.house.gov for laying the groundwork for final passage of the FY26 CJS bill. Cuts to NASA and NSF were limited, and we look forward to working with you on more robust research investments that safeguard U.S. leadership.
February 11, 2026 at 6:29 PM
Thank you to Sen. Jerry Moran, @vanhollen.senate.gov Rep. Hal Rogers, and @meng.house.gov for laying the groundwork for final passage of the FY26 CJS bill. Cuts to NASA and NSF were limited, and we look forward to working with you on more robust research investments that safeguard U.S. leadership.
The federal government lost 10K+ STEM Ph.D.s in one year – a blow to innovation, public health, national security, and economic growth. Strong federal funding keeps this expertise in public service. More in @science.org ⤵️
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U.S. government has lost more than 10,000 STEM Ph.D.s since Trump took office
A Science analysis reveals how many were fired, retired, or quit across 14 agencies
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February 10, 2026 at 3:47 PM
The federal government lost 10K+ STEM Ph.D.s in one year – a blow to innovation, public health, national security, and economic growth. Strong federal funding keeps this expertise in public service. More in @science.org ⤵️
www.science.org/content/arti...
www.science.org/content/arti...
Thank you to Sen. Susan Collins, @murray.senate.gov, Rep. Tom Cole, and @delauro.house.gov negotiating a bipartisan FY26 agreement that protects core science funding and delivers full-year certainty for agencies that underpin America’s economy.
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February 9, 2026 at 7:06 PM
Thank you to Sen. Susan Collins, @murray.senate.gov, Rep. Tom Cole, and @delauro.house.gov negotiating a bipartisan FY26 agreement that protects core science funding and delivers full-year certainty for agencies that underpin America’s economy.
@democrats-appropriations.house.gov
@democrats-appropriations.house.gov
STAC Statement Thanking President Donald Trump for Signing the Senate Amendment to H.R. 7148, the Consolidated Appropriations Act
February 6, 2026 at 8:06 PM
STAC Statement Thanking President Donald Trump for Signing the Senate Amendment to H.R. 7148, the Consolidated Appropriations Act
AI competition isn’t just about who has the best models—it’s about foundations: compute, energy, talent, and sustained investment in research and innovation capacity. The U.S. leads on many measures, but the picture is mixed. More from @time.com ➡️ time.com/7358519/ai-c...
6 Graphs That Show Who’s Really Winning the US–China AI Race
From compute and talent to energy and revenue, six charts show where the U.S. leads China in AI—and why that lead could prove fragile.
time.com
February 2, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AI competition isn’t just about who has the best models—it’s about foundations: compute, energy, talent, and sustained investment in research and innovation capacity. The U.S. leads on many measures, but the picture is mixed. More from @time.com ➡️ time.com/7358519/ai-c...
NASA selected 3 new Moon science investigations under its CLPS initiative, leveraging U.S. industry innovation to advance Artemis. From 3D terrain mapping to subsurface drilling, this is what progress looks like when government and industry move forward together🌕 www.nasa.gov/news-release...
New NASA Artemis Payloads To Study Moon’s Terrain, Radiation, History - NASA
NASA announced Tuesday the selection of three new science investigations that will strengthen humanity’s understanding and exploration of the Moon. As part of
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January 30, 2026 at 3:11 PM
NASA selected 3 new Moon science investigations under its CLPS initiative, leveraging U.S. industry innovation to advance Artemis. From 3D terrain mapping to subsurface drilling, this is what progress looks like when government and industry move forward together🌕 www.nasa.gov/news-release...
Yesterday's House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing sent a clear message: maintaining U.S. leadership in quantum will take sustained federal commitment and a strong bridge from research to real-world impact. More here 🔗 science.house.gov/2026/1/full-...
Full Committee Hearing - Assessing U.S. Leadership in Quantum Science and Technology
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January 23, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Yesterday's House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing sent a clear message: maintaining U.S. leadership in quantum will take sustained federal commitment and a strong bridge from research to real-world impact. More here 🔗 science.house.gov/2026/1/full-...
STAC's Statement on FY26 Labor–Health and Human Services–Education Appropriations Package
January 21, 2026 at 10:21 PM
STAC's Statement on FY26 Labor–Health and Human Services–Education Appropriations Package
Sudip Parikh, CEO of @aaas.org and VAST Task Force member, shares how sustained advocacy is essential to maintaining and strengthening America’s science and technology leadership 🧪 bsky.app/profile/scif...
⚛️ The U.S. “has been investing in science for 80 years, and could tear a lot of that down with the stroke of one signature,” the CEO of @aaas.org told SciFri a year ago. Here’s what's happening with federal funding for science now.
One Year Into Trump’s Term, Where Does Science Funding Stand?
The CEO of AAAS is cautiously optimistic about federal funding for science, even as uncertainty makes research challenging.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Sudip Parikh, CEO of @aaas.org and VAST Task Force member, shares how sustained advocacy is essential to maintaining and strengthening America’s science and technology leadership 🧪 bsky.app/profile/scif...
New reporting from @economist.com highlights how lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are stepping up in Washington, but protecting today’s funding is only the starting point if we want to maintain America’s competitive edge.
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Pro-science Republicans are fending-off cuts to funding
This year’s budget will probably restore much of what the White House sought to eliminate
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January 16, 2026 at 6:39 PM
New reporting from @economist.com highlights how lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are stepping up in Washington, but protecting today’s funding is only the starting point if we want to maintain America’s competitive edge.
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Micron’s $100B investment reflects the impact of the CHIPS & Science Act in action. Strategic public investment in semiconductor R&D and manufacturing is strengthening U.S. supply chains, and marking a turning point for American industrial leadership. www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/belt...
January 15, 2026 at 9:35 PM
Micron’s $100B investment reflects the impact of the CHIPS & Science Act in action. Strategic public investment in semiconductor R&D and manufacturing is strengthening U.S. supply chains, and marking a turning point for American industrial leadership. www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/belt...
In China, an AI tool developed by Alibaba and supported by government-funded partnerships is detecting pancreatic cancer before symptoms appear – a breakthrough in tackling one of the deadliest cancers.
Investing in scientific discovery saves lives🧬⬇️
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Investing in scientific discovery saves lives🧬⬇️
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In China, A.I. Is Finding Deadly Tumors That Doctors Might Miss
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January 12, 2026 at 6:59 PM
In China, an AI tool developed by Alibaba and supported by government-funded partnerships is detecting pancreatic cancer before symptoms appear – a breakthrough in tackling one of the deadliest cancers.
Investing in scientific discovery saves lives🧬⬇️
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/02/w...
Investing in scientific discovery saves lives🧬⬇️
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/02/w...
"We must create a domestic R&D environment that keeps pace with industry capabilities and promotes innovation right here in our communities." – Rep. Brian Babin at today's House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing. Read more: science.house.gov/2026/1/envir...
Full Committee Hearing - Chemistry Competitiveness: Fueling Innovation and Streamlining Processes to Ensure Safety and Security
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January 8, 2026 at 9:32 PM
"We must create a domestic R&D environment that keeps pace with industry capabilities and promotes innovation right here in our communities." – Rep. Brian Babin at today's House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing. Read more: science.house.gov/2026/1/envir...
STAC's statement on FY26 Commerce-Justice-Science appropriations legislation:
January 7, 2026 at 7:25 PM
STAC's statement on FY26 Commerce-Justice-Science appropriations legislation:
In our formal response to the White House Office of Science & Technology RFI on Accelerating the American Scientific Enterprise, we emphasize that the U.S. is at an inflection point and a strategic framework already exists: STAC’s Vision for American Science & Technology (VAST) ⬇️ www.vastfuture.org
Vision for American Science & Technology
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January 6, 2026 at 5:01 PM
In our formal response to the White House Office of Science & Technology RFI on Accelerating the American Scientific Enterprise, we emphasize that the U.S. is at an inflection point and a strategic framework already exists: STAC’s Vision for American Science & Technology (VAST) ⬇️ www.vastfuture.org
This week the National Science Board released a report calling for updates to the NSF's merit review to strengthen fiscal accountability, broaden participation and ensure federally funded research delivers economic benefits while also maintaining scientific excellence. www.nsf.gov/nsb/updates/...
Merit review for a new era at NSF
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December 18, 2025 at 4:54 PM
This week the National Science Board released a report calling for updates to the NSF's merit review to strengthen fiscal accountability, broaden participation and ensure federally funded research delivers economic benefits while also maintaining scientific excellence. www.nsf.gov/nsb/updates/...
The final FY26 NDAA shows how central science & tech are to U.S. security – but sustained, predictable funding is what keeps our research ecosystem strong. With appropriations still uncertain, investment matters more than ever. Read more from @aip-publishing.bsky.social🔗 www.aip.org/fyi/what-the...
What the NDAA Holds in Store for Science
Provisions on research security, grant policies, indirect cost rates, and more are packed into the latest version of the NDAA.
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December 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The final FY26 NDAA shows how central science & tech are to U.S. security – but sustained, predictable funding is what keeps our research ecosystem strong. With appropriations still uncertain, investment matters more than ever. Read more from @aip-publishing.bsky.social🔗 www.aip.org/fyi/what-the...
“Firing world class scientists and pausing programs will hinder American innovation and our leadership in the world,” – @ross.house.gov at the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing yesterday. Now is the time to reinforce America’s S&T enterprise. science.house.gov/2025/12/full...
Full Committee Hearing - The Genesis Mission: Prioritizing American Science and Technology Leadership
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December 12, 2025 at 5:54 PM
“Firing world class scientists and pausing programs will hinder American innovation and our leadership in the world,” – @ross.house.gov at the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing yesterday. Now is the time to reinforce America’s S&T enterprise. science.house.gov/2025/12/full...
Young researchers are stepping up. SNAP’s nationwide district visits show how urgent science advocacy has become as FY26 funding hangs in the balance. When scientists share their stories, policymakers listen. Read more from @forbes.com➡️ www.forbes.com/sites/johndr...
Students Advocate For More Science Funding
A national student-led effort shows how early-career researchers are engaging Congress on federal science funding amid continued uncertainty over FY 2026 appropriations.
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December 9, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Young researchers are stepping up. SNAP’s nationwide district visits show how urgent science advocacy has become as FY26 funding hangs in the balance. When scientists share their stories, policymakers listen. Read more from @forbes.com➡️ www.forbes.com/sites/johndr...
A new report from the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology makes clear: America stays competitive when we invest in S&T. Continued prioritization of early-stage ideas and stronger data + AI tools is essential for U.S. innovation. From @statnews.com
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Federal biotech commission calls for retooling of scientific research infrastructure
A federal commission is calling for significant changes to the way the U.S. government funds and assesses scientific research.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:24 PM
A new report from the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology makes clear: America stays competitive when we invest in S&T. Continued prioritization of early-stage ideas and stronger data + AI tools is essential for U.S. innovation. From @statnews.com
www.statnews.com/2025/11/25/b...
www.statnews.com/2025/11/25/b...
Important read on what it will take for the U.S. to stay competitive in science and technology. Investment in ideas, research, and talent—not just capital infusions—is what drives leadership. Full article from the DC Journal 👇
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Tech Future Requires More Than Capital Investment – DC Journal - InsideSources
An announcement in August by the administration that it will take a 10 percent equity stake in Intel grabbed headlines, and rightly so. It signaled a
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December 2, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Important read on what it will take for the U.S. to stay competitive in science and technology. Investment in ideas, research, and talent—not just capital infusions—is what drives leadership. Full article from the DC Journal 👇
dcjournal.com/tech-future-...
dcjournal.com/tech-future-...
"We urge you to protect the nation’s economic security and the well-being of the American people through robust funding of crucial scientific priorities."
Read the STAC co-chairs' letter in support of FY26 funding levels in the Senate CJS bill: sciencetechaction.org/wp-content/u...
Read the STAC co-chairs' letter in support of FY26 funding levels in the Senate CJS bill: sciencetechaction.org/wp-content/u...
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December 1, 2025 at 10:38 PM
"We urge you to protect the nation’s economic security and the well-being of the American people through robust funding of crucial scientific priorities."
Read the STAC co-chairs' letter in support of FY26 funding levels in the Senate CJS bill: sciencetechaction.org/wp-content/u...
Read the STAC co-chairs' letter in support of FY26 funding levels in the Senate CJS bill: sciencetechaction.org/wp-content/u...
NIH funding cuts halted 383 clinical trials this year, disrupting research across cancer, heart disease, and brain disorders. The U.S. needs a predictable R&D strategy and a strong research workforce to protect innovation and patient outcomes.
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NIH funding cuts have affected over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments, a new report says
A new report finds over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments have been affected by the National Institutes of Health’s funding cuts.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:56 PM
NIH funding cuts halted 383 clinical trials this year, disrupting research across cancer, heart disease, and brain disorders. The U.S. needs a predictable R&D strategy and a strong research workforce to protect innovation and patient outcomes.
@apnews.com 🔗 apnews.com/article/nih-...
@apnews.com 🔗 apnews.com/article/nih-...
A bipartisan report to Congress highlights how the US can face competition with China head-on by modernizing economic infrastructure, investing in emerging technologies, & strengthening partnerships across the Indo-Pacific.
⬇️Read more from @washingtonpost.com
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⬇️Read more from @washingtonpost.com
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Congressional committee urges swift action on escalating Chinese threats
Congressional committee warns of risks to the U.S. electrical grid and urges action against Beijing’s fast-growing space military capabilities and Taiwan threat.
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November 19, 2025 at 4:02 PM
A bipartisan report to Congress highlights how the US can face competition with China head-on by modernizing economic infrastructure, investing in emerging technologies, & strengthening partnerships across the Indo-Pacific.
⬇️Read more from @washingtonpost.com
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⬇️Read more from @washingtonpost.com
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The reopening of the federal government is a reminder of the urgency of investing in S&T. The U.S. needs predictable research budgets, a strong workforce, and robust R&D funding to reinforce our leadership as global innovators. Read @nature.com’s breakdown 🔗 www.nature.com/articles/d41...
The US government shutdown is over: what’s next for scientists
Government researchers are heading back to work, but questions about the size of research-budget cuts will extend into next year.
www.nature.com
November 18, 2025 at 5:26 PM
The reopening of the federal government is a reminder of the urgency of investing in S&T. The U.S. needs predictable research budgets, a strong workforce, and robust R&D funding to reinforce our leadership as global innovators. Read @nature.com’s breakdown 🔗 www.nature.com/articles/d41...