News Updates
Statement on the Chips and Science Bill
The Science and Technology Action Committee's statement on the Chips and Science bill.
The Hill Op-ed: “A stand-alone CHIPS bill helps China by limiting US innovation”
The Science & Technology Action Committee believes a stand-alone CHIPS bill will help China by limiting US innovation. This op-ed was originally published in The Hill on July 19, 2022.
Congress Can’t Let China Win the Global Innovation Race
That possibility will become reality if lawmakers do not pass a comprehensive competitiveness bill
Our Nation’s Leaders Can’t Let China Win the Global Innovation Race
That possibility will become reality if Washington does not pass a comprehensive competitiveness bill
Media Advisory: STAC Welcomes the Appointment of Dr. Arati Prabhakar as Science Advisor to the President
The Science & Technology Action Committee (STAC) welcomes President Biden’s appointment of Dr. Arati Prabhaker as his Science Advisor and Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP). The members of STAC stand ready to work with Dr. Prabhakar and the Biden Administration to ensure the U.S. leads the world in discovery, innovation and deployment of the technologies needed to secure the nation, grow our economy, and improve the quality of life of every American.
2022 STAC Campaign Overview
From March 1 - April 16 2022, the Science and Technology Action Committee (STAC) ran an educational campaign urging policymakers for greater federal funding for science and technology. See the campaign metrics and assets here.
Media Advisory: STAC to Participate in Joint Economic Committee Hearing
On Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at 2:30 p.m. ET, a remote hearing entitled “Building on a Strong Foundation: Investments Today for a More Competitive Tomorrow” will be held before the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee. Dr. Sudip Parikh, cochair of the Science & Technology Action Committee and CEO of American Association for the Advancement of Science, will serve as an expert witness during the hearing.
Rep. Frank Lucas & NSF Director Dr. Panchanathan on the need to pass the Bipartisan Innovation Act
From the recent STAC and CQ Roll Call event on March 31, watch Rep. Frank Lucas (R-OK) and Dr. Panchanathan, Director of NSF, discuss the importance of passing the Bipartisan Innovation Act to secure the future of U.S. competitiveness.
CQ Roll Call Event Recording | Investing in Science and Technology for the Future of U.S. Global Competitiveness
Watch highlights from the STAC and CQRC virtual event focused on the importance of investing in science and technology for the future of U.S. global competitiveness.
Underinvesting in Science = Undermining America’s Future
What Congress does next could determine the future of U.S. global competitiveness