WASHINGTON
– The Science Coalition (TSC) today announced nine members of Congress as
Champions of Science. The award honors federal lawmakers whose actions and
votes consistently reflect their commitment to fundamental science through funding
investment for federal research agencies.
This
year’s awardees are bipartisan, bicameral, and include:
- U.S. Senator Tammy
Baldwin, D-Wis. - U.S. Senator Maria
Cantwell, D-Wash. - U.S. Representative
Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore. - U.S. Representative
Susan Davis, D-Calif. - U.S. Representative
James Langevin, D-R.I. - U.S. Representative
Dave Loebsack, D-Iowa - U.S. Representative
Steve Stivers, R-Ohio - U.S. Representative
Paul Tonko, D-N.Y. - U.S. Representative
Greg Walden, R-Ore.
“These
policymakers are tireless advocates for America’s scientific enterprise and for
robust, predictable federal investment in fundamental science research,” said Lauren Brookmeyer, President of The
Science Coalition. “Their leadership and unwavering support of funding for
the nation’s research universities and key federal research agencies advances
our nation’s ability to stay competitive globally and drives the next
generation of life-changing discoveries.”
Since
1999, more than 100
members of Congress have been recognized with the Champion of Science Award
for their efforts to secure federal funding for fundamental scientific research
– through their voting records, bill sponsorships, letters of support, or other
activities aimed at boosting scientific discovery. Awardees were selected both
for their support of research institutions and their tireless efforts to ensure
fundamental scientific advancement across all disciplines.
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About The Science Coalition
Established
in 1994, The Science Coalition is a nonprofit, nonpartisan
organization of more than 50 of the nation’s leading public and private
research universities. It is dedicated to sustaining the federal government’s
investment in basic scientific research as a means to stimulate the economy,
spur innovation, and drive America’s global competitiveness.