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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 11h
📆 It’s not too late to sign up for our Local Science Partners program! 🧪 If you’re eager to connect research with real-world impact, this is your chance Learn more and apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
🚨 7 days left to apply! AGU's Local Science Partners program offers skills training for scientists looking to make an impact in science policy and work with their legislators Learn more here and apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
🚨 8 days left to apply! AGU's Local Science Partners program gives you the tools and skills to use your expertise and advocate for science-driven policies by forming relationships with federal legislators Apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
🚨Treasury dept and the IRS propose a new rule that threatens non-profit independence and limits students' access to higher education Interested in weighing in on this rule? Add your name to this sign-on statement and submit a public comment by 11/3: spklr.io/63325ETAGt
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Oppose the New IRS Rule Threatening Nonprofit Independence
Urge the Treasury Department to reject the proposed IRS rule that threatens the tax-exempt status of nonprofits based on political judgments. Sign now.
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
🚨 9 days left to apply! AGU's Local Science Partners bring scientific expertise, passion, and a diverse range of interests to their work integrating the sciences with decision-making 🧪 Apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Hear from a Fellow AGU Local Science Partner
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
🚨EPA and Army Corps propose changes to the Clean Water Act that could reduce federal protection for some wetlands Submit a comment by TODAY: spklr.io/63329ETFIz Need resources? Check out AGU's Public Comment Toolkit: spklr.io/63321ETFI3
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Updated Definition of "Waters of the United States"
The purpose of this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking is for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army ("the agencies") to supplement and seek additional comment on certain aspects of an earlier proposal, published on November 20, 2025, to revise the...
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
🚨EPA and Army Corps propose changes to the Clean Water Act that could reduce federal protection for some wetlands Submit a comment by 10/9: spklr.io/63320ETFIn Need resources? Check out AGU's Public Comment Toolkit: spklr.io/63321ETFIX
spklr.io
Updated Definition of "Waters of the United States"
The purpose of this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking is for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army ("the agencies") to supplement and seek additional comment on certain aspects of an earlier proposal, published on November 20, 2025, to revise the...
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
🚨 10 days left to apply! If you’re passionate about strengthening connections with members of Congress and advancing science policy, now’s your chance 🤝 Learn more and apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Get Connected with AGU's Local Science Partners
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
📆 It’s not too late to sign up for our Local Science Partners program! Through training and resources, we empower our members to influence policy on a federal level Learn more and apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Get Trained with AGU's Local Science Partners
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
📣 AGU’s Local Science Partner Program 2027 Cohort application is still open! 🧪 If you’re eager to connect research with real-world impact, this is your chance Learn more here and apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Make an Impact with AGU's Local Science Partners
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
🚨Treasury dept and the IRS propose a new rule that would end tax-exemption status for any private schools directly supporting minority students Interested in weighing in on this rule? Add your name to this sign-on statement and submit a public comment by 11/3: spklr.io/63326ETAJp
spklr.io
Oppose the New IRS Rule Threatening Nonprofit Independence
Urge the Treasury Department to reject the proposed IRS rule that threatens the tax-exempt status of nonprofits based on political judgments. Sign now.
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
🚨EPA and Army Corps propose changes to the Clean Water Act that could reduce federal protection for some wetlands Submit a comment by 10/9: spklr.io/63329ETFIB Need resources? Check out AGU's Public Comment Toolkit: spklr.io/63322ETFIE
spklr.io
Updated Definition of "Waters of the United States"
The purpose of this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking is for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army ("the agencies") to supplement and seek additional comment on certain aspects of an earlier proposal, published on November 20, 2025, to revise the...
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Defending Science, One Voice at a Time 🧪 Between protecting NCAR and a steady drumbeat of scientists' voices on Capitol Hill, the case for funding and protecting science was made. Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/25/d...
thebridge.agu.org
Defending Science, One Voice at a Time
By: Michael Villafranca When the Trump Administration announced plans to dismantle NCAR in December, AGU’s SPGR team moved quickly. Within weeks, we had launched grassroots tools that generated 36,000…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
📣 It’s not too late to sign up for our Local Science Partners program! Our program gives you the tools and skills to use your expertise and advocate for science-driven policies by forming relationships with federal legislators Apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Are you ready to engage with your legislators?
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
NCAR, OMB, and the Power of 30,000 Voices 📣 "This year, our community has stepped up to provide critical feedback on several proposed regulations and calls for public comment." Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/27/n...
thebridge.agu.org
NCAR, OMB, and the Power of 30,000 Voices
By: Caitlin Bergstrom This year, our community has stepped up to provide critical feedback on several proposed regulations and calls for public comment. It has been a difficult eighteen months for the…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
🚨EPA and Army Corps propose changes to the Clean Water Act that could reduce federal protection for some wetlands Submit a comment by 10/9: spklr.io/63324ETFxA Need resources? Check out AGU's Public Comment Toolkit: spklr.io/63327ETFxh
spklr.io
Updated Definition of "Waters of the United States"
The purpose of this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking is for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army ("the agencies") to supplement and seek additional comment on certain aspects of an earlier proposal, published on November 20, 2025, to revise the...
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
🚨2 weeks left to apply! AGU's Local Science Partners bring scientific expertise, passion, and a diverse range of interests to their work integrating the sciences with decision-making 🧪 Apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Hear from a Fellow AGU Local Science Partner
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Wins, Losses, and Why We Keep Showing Up 🧪 “I truly believe that if we keep coming together and growing the community of action-oriented scientists, we can get through this.” Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/27/w...
thebridge.agu.org
Wins, Losses, and Why We Keep Showing Up
By: Lexi Shultz In 2026, AGU’s Science Policy & Government Relations team continued our “Days of Action” initiative to empower our science community to push back against a variety of systemic assaults…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Growing a Global Bench of Science Advocates 🌱🌎 “These advocates are so dedicated to their work, and they are making a huge impact locally.” Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/25/b...
thebridge.agu.org
Growing a Global Bench of Science Advocates
By: Liz Landau I am incredibly proud of AGU’s global science policy expansion during the first half of 2026. Our current global Voices for Science cohort is our largest yet, with 14 folks from Africa…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
📣 AGU’s Local Science Partner Program 2027 Cohort application is still open! If you’re passionate about strengthening connections with members of Congress and advancing science policy, now’s your chance 🤝 Learn more and apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Get Connected with AGU's Local Science Partners
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Defending Science, One Voice at a Time 🧪 Between protecting NCAR and a steady drumbeat of scientists' voices on Capitol Hill, the case for funding and protecting science was made. Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/25/d...
thebridge.agu.org
Defending Science, One Voice at a Time
By: Michael Villafranca When the Trump Administration announced plans to dismantle NCAR in December, AGU’s SPGR team moved quickly. Within weeks, we had launched grassroots tools that generated 36,000…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
🚨EPA and Army Corps propose changes to the Clean Water Act that could reduce federal protection for some wetlands Submit a comment by 10/9: spklr.io/63320ETFx2 Need resources? Check out AGU's Public Comment Toolkit: spklr.io/63322ETFx4
spklr.io
Updated Definition of "Waters of the United States"
The purpose of this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking is for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army ("the agencies") to supplement and seek additional comment on certain aspects of an earlier proposal, published on November 20, 2025, to revise the...
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
NCAR, OMB, and the Power of 30,000 Voices 📣 "This year, our community has stepped up to provide critical feedback on several proposed regulations and calls for public comment." Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/27/n...
thebridge.agu.org
NCAR, OMB, and the Power of 30,000 Voices
By: Caitlin Bergstrom This year, our community has stepped up to provide critical feedback on several proposed regulations and calls for public comment. It has been a difficult eighteen months for the…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Do you want to be a leader for science-driven policy? Apply for our Local Science Partners program! Through training and resources, we empower our members to influence policy on a federal level Learn more and apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Get Trained with AGU's Local Science Partners
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
🚨Treasury dept and the IRS propose a new rule that threatens non-profit independence and limits students' access to higher education Interested in weighing in on this rule? Add your name to this sign-on statement and submit a public comment by 11/3: spklr.io/63329ETAJ9
spklr.io
Oppose the New IRS Rule Threatening Nonprofit Independence
Urge the Treasury Department to reject the proposed IRS rule that threatens the tax-exempt status of nonprofits based on political judgments. Sign now.
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Wins, Losses, and Why We Keep Showing Up 🧪 “I truly believe that if we keep coming together and growing the community of action-oriented scientists, we can get through this.” Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/27/w...
thebridge.agu.org
Wins, Losses, and Why We Keep Showing Up
By: Lexi Shultz In 2026, AGU’s Science Policy & Government Relations team continued our “Days of Action” initiative to empower our science community to push back against a variety of systemic assaults…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
🚨 18 days left to apply! AGU's Local Science Partners program offers skills training for scientists looking to make an impact in science policy and work with their legislators Learn more here and apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Make an Impact with AGU's Local Science Partners
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
📣 Are you ready to engage with your legislators? AGU's Local Science Partners program gives you the tools and skills to use your expertise and advocate for science-driven policies by forming relationships with federal legislators Apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Are you ready to engage with your legislators?
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
🚨Treasury dept and the IRS propose a new rule that would end tax-exemption status for any private schools directly supporting minority students Interested in weighing in on this rule? Add your name to this sign-on statement and submit a public comment by 11/3: spklr.io/63329ETA1U
spklr.io
Oppose the New IRS Rule Threatening Nonprofit Independence
Urge the Treasury Department to reject the proposed IRS rule that threatens the tax-exempt status of nonprofits based on political judgments. Sign now.
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Growing a Global Bench of Science Advocates 🌱🌎 “These advocates are so dedicated to their work, and they are making a huge impact locally.” Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/25/b...
thebridge.agu.org
Growing a Global Bench of Science Advocates
By: Liz Landau I am incredibly proud of AGU’s global science policy expansion during the first half of 2026. Our current global Voices for Science cohort is our largest yet, with 14 folks from Africa…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
🚨EPA and Army Corps propose changes to the Clean Water Act that could reduce federal protection for some wetlands Submit a comment by 10/9: spklr.io/63326ETFxI Need resources? Check out AGU's Public Comment Toolkit: spklr.io/63328ETFx0
spklr.io
Updated Definition of "Waters of the United States"
The purpose of this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking is for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army ("the agencies") to supplement and seek additional comment on certain aspects of an earlier proposal, published on November 20, 2025, to revise the...
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
🚨NSF seeks community input on future ocean observing priorities 🌊 Read the NSF Dear Colleague Letter here: www.nsf.gov/funding/info... LAST DAY to submit your response here: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...
nsf.gov
Request for Input on Future Ocean Observing Priorities
Dear Colleagues, On June 18, 2026, the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) announced its intent to continue operations and maintenance of the NSF Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI) and to issue this Dear Colleague Letter soliciting perspectives on what ocean observation capabilities NSF should provide.
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Defending Science, One Voice at a Time 🧪 Between protecting NCAR and a steady drumbeat of scientists' voices on Capitol Hill, the case for funding and protecting science was made. Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/25/d...
thebridge.agu.org
Defending Science, One Voice at a Time
By: Michael Villafranca When the Trump Administration announced plans to dismantle NCAR in December, AGU’s SPGR team moved quickly. Within weeks, we had launched grassroots tools that generated 36,000…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
AGU's Local Science Partners bring scientific expertise, passion, and a diverse range of interests to their work integrating the sciences with decision-making 🧪 Join a powerful network of scientists making an impact and apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Hear from a Fellow AGU Local Science Partner
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
🚨NSF seeks community input on future ocean observing priorities 🌊 Read the NSF Dear Colleague Letter here: spklr.io/63327ErWQh Submit your response by TOMORROW using this form: spklr.io/63328ErWv6
spklr.io
Request for Input on Future Ocean Observing Priorities
Dear Colleagues, On June 18, 2026, the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) announced its intent to continue operations and maintenance of the NSF Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI) and to issue this Dear Colleague Letter soliciting perspectives on what ocean observation capabilities NSF should provide.
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
NCAR, OMB, and the Power of 30,000 Voices 📣 "This year, our community has stepped up to provide critical feedback on several proposed regulations and calls for public comment." Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/27/n...
thebridge.agu.org
NCAR, OMB, and the Power of 30,000 Voices
By: Caitlin Bergstrom This year, our community has stepped up to provide critical feedback on several proposed regulations and calls for public comment. It has been a difficult eighteen months for the…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🚨Treasury dept and the IRS propose a new rule that would end tax-exemption status for any private schools directly supporting minority students Interested in weighing in on this rule? Add your name to this sign-on statement and submit a public comment by 11/3: spklr.io/63320ETAE2
spklr.io
Oppose the New IRS Rule Threatening Nonprofit Independence
Urge the Treasury Department to reject the proposed IRS rule that threatens the tax-exempt status of nonprofits based on political judgments. Sign now.
010
AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🚨EPA and Army Corps propose changes to the Clean Water Act that could reduce federal protection for some wetlands Submit a comment by 10/9: spklr.io/63323ETFxv Need resources? Check out AGU's Public Comment Toolkit: spklr.io/63325ETFxx
spklr.io
Updated Definition of "Waters of the United States"
The purpose of this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking is for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army ("the agencies") to supplement and seek additional comment on certain aspects of an earlier proposal, published on November 20, 2025, to revise the...
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
📣 Get Connected with AGU's Local Science Partners If you’re passionate about strengthening connections with members of Congress and advancing science policy, now’s your chance 🤝 Learn more and apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Get Connected with AGU's Local Science Partners
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Wins, Losses, and Why We Keep Showing Up 🧪 “I truly believe that if we keep coming together and growing the community of action-oriented scientists, we can get through this.” Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/27/w...
thebridge.agu.org
Wins, Losses, and Why We Keep Showing Up
By: Lexi Shultz In 2026, AGU’s Science Policy & Government Relations team continued our “Days of Action” initiative to empower our science community to push back against a variety of systemic assaults…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Growing a Global Bench of Science Advocates 🌱🌎 “These advocates are so dedicated to their work, and they are making a huge impact locally.” Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/25/b...
thebridge.agu.org
Growing a Global Bench of Science Advocates
By: Liz Landau I am incredibly proud of AGU’s global science policy expansion during the first half of 2026. Our current global Voices for Science cohort is our largest yet, with 14 folks from Africa…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
🚨NSF seeks community input on future ocean observing priorities 🌊 Read the NSF Dear Colleague Letter here: spklr.io/63322ErWSg Submit your response by 9/30 using this form: spklr.io/63325ErWSc
spklr.io
Request for Input on Future Ocean Observing Priorities
Dear Colleagues, On June 18, 2026, the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) announced its intent to continue operations and maintenance of the NSF Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI) and to issue this Dear Colleague Letter soliciting perspectives on what ocean observation capabilities NSF should provide.
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Do you want to be a leader for science-driven policy? Apply for our Local Science Partners program! Through training and resources, we empower our members to influence policy on a federal level Learn more and apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Get Trained with AGU's Local Science Partners
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Defending Science, One Voice at a Time 🧪 Between protecting NCAR and a steady drumbeat of scientists' voices on Capitol Hill, the case for funding and protecting science was made. Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/25/d...
thebridge.agu.org
Defending Science, One Voice at a Time
By: Michael Villafranca When the Trump Administration announced plans to dismantle NCAR in December, AGU’s SPGR team moved quickly. Within weeks, we had launched grassroots tools that generated 36,000…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
🚨EPA and Army Corps propose changes to the Clean Water Act that could reduce federal protection for some wetlands Submit a comment by 10/9: spklr.io/63329ETFxS Need resources? Check out AGU's Public Comment Toolkit: spklr.io/63321ETFxt
spklr.io
Updated Definition of "Waters of the United States"
The purpose of this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking is for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army ("the agencies") to supplement and seek additional comment on certain aspects of an earlier proposal, published on November 20, 2025, to revise the...
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
NCAR, OMB, and the Power of 30,000 Voices 📣 "This year, our community has stepped up to provide critical feedback on several proposed regulations and calls for public comment." Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/27/n...
thebridge.agu.org
NCAR, OMB, and the Power of 30,000 Voices
By: Caitlin Bergstrom This year, our community has stepped up to provide critical feedback on several proposed regulations and calls for public comment. It has been a difficult eighteen months for the…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
📣 2027 Cohort Applications are OPEN NOW! AGU's Local Science Partners program offers skills training for scientists looking to make an impact in science policy and work with their legislators Join our team and apply by 18 October to make an impact: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Make an Impact with AGU's Local Science Partners
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
🚨NSF seeks community input on future ocean observing priorities 🌊 Read the NSF Dear Colleague Letter here: spklr.io/63326ErWSw Submit your response by 9/30 using this form: spklr.io/63329ErWSd
spklr.io
Request for Input on Future Ocean Observing Priorities
Dear Colleagues, On June 18, 2026, the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) announced its intent to continue operations and maintenance of the NSF Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI) and to issue this Dear Colleague Letter soliciting perspectives on what ocean observation capabilities NSF should provide.
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Wins, Losses, and Why We Keep Showing Up 🧪 “I truly believe that if we keep coming together and growing the community of action-oriented scientists, we can get through this.” Read more AGU Science Policy staff reflections from this year: thebridge.agu.org/2026/08/27/w...
thebridge.agu.org
Wins, Losses, and Why We Keep Showing Up
By: Lexi Shultz In 2026, AGU’s Science Policy & Government Relations team continued our “Days of Action” initiative to empower our science community to push back against a variety of systemic assaults…
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
📣 2027 Cohort Applications are OPEN NOW! AGU's Local Science Partners program gives you the tools and skills to use your expertise and advocate for science-driven policies by forming relationships with federal legislators Apply by 18 October: www.agu.org/honors/local...
Ready to Engage with your Legislators?
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