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With 2017 Budget Signed into Law, Eyes Turn to 2018 Battle
Analysts hope that Congress will continue to support science programs in next year’s budget as well.
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Newly Signed Federal Budget Is Favorable to Science
Budget bill signed by Trump this afternoon shows bipartisan congressional support for Earth and space sciences despite the administration’s initial goal of cutting nondefense discretionary spending.
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Academy President Warns of “Storm Clouds” on the Horizon
McNutt says that business as usual “is not a viable option” for the academy in the near term to fulfill its mission and remain a relevant institution.
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NSF Director Hopes for a Fair Budget
Córdova said that the geosciences "contribute immensely" to the Trump administration's expressed priorities of jobs, national security, and growing the economy.
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White House Issues Sweeping Executive Order on Energy, Climate
Supporters praised the order, but environmental groups said it ignores climate threats, puts public health at risk, and undermines the economy.
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Fostering International Collaboration Amid Policy Challenges
The American Geophysical Union is taking multiple steps to ensure that the 2017 Fall Meeting brings together the global Earth and space science community while minimizing travel risks.
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Updated AGU Ethics Policy Available for Member Comment
Proposed new language identifies harassment as a form of scientific misconduct.
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Earth Science Budget Woes Cast a Shadow on Planetary Scientists
NASA's record-high proposed planetary science budget didn't quell the fears scientists have about cuts to Earth sciences.
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EPA Reassesses Feasibility of Plan to Increase Fuel Efficiency
This January, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized mileage standards set in 2012. Now, at the push of the auto industry, EPA and other agencies are going back for another look.