Capitol Hill Visits
Throughout the year, OSA offers its members the opportunity to meet directly with U.S. senators and representatives. These meetings give the scientific community a voice in the halls of Congress - calling on elected officials to recognize the importance of science and technology, keep federal R&D funding levels consistent and sustainable, and support science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education programs. OSA organizes all aspects of the visits, from scheduling individual appointments to providing participants with detailed background information and talking points.
On April 24 and 25, OSA will be joining the Science, Engineering and Technology Working Group in the annual Congressional Visits Day. All OSA members are invited to participate. For more information please visit the Congressional Visits Day web site.
Talking Points
Recently-Sponsored Capitol Hill Visits:
Capitol Hill Day 2011
Congressional Visits Day 2011
District Visits:
OSA staff is happy to assist members who wish to visit the local state or district office of their senators or representative. Members of Congress typically work in their district office during Congressional recesses, such as the summer district work period during the month of August. Congressional recess dates are available here:
House Schedule
Senate Schedule
OSA staff can also assist OSA Corporate Members who are interested in inviting a senator or representative to tour their company or facility.
If you are interested in scheduling a visit with your federal legislator(s) in your state, please contact the OSA government relations team at public-policy@osa.org.
