August marked the end of our core activities for AGU’s Days of Action. In August, more than 140 AGU scientists signed up to schedule meetings with their legislators during August Recess, when lawmakers are back in their home states and districts. More than 70 signed up to be team leads who helped schedule 40+ congressional meetings.
Scientists talked about the need to fund science and the damaging impact the proposed OMB rule would have on science and research. Thank you to our members who made an impact! Be on the lookout for more ways to engage with your legislators in-person early next year.
AGU hosted a Congressional Visits Day (CVD) event on 21-22 April 2026, bringing scientists directly to Capitol Hill to advocate for the value of science. Over 40 scientists held 80+ meetings on Capitol Hill discussing how their research benefits the states and districts they live in, as well as asking for funding for Earth and space sciences.
Today’s policy decisions will shape the future of research, education and science. In this webinar, AGU’s science policy team lays out the current policy landscape, its impacts on science and how the broader scientific community can support science in the months ahead.
We cover updates on federal science funding, where we are in the FY26 budgeting process and what we anticipate for federal agencies and non-governmental institutions. Our experts also cover what this means for researchers, universities and students, as well as how the scientific community is stepping up to meet these challenges. Panelists share practical tips for effectively navigating the shifting landscapes and making your voice heard.
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True science policy change can start at home. Whether you're unsure of how to effectively discuss the impacts of recent policy changes with relatives over a holiday meal, or feeling frustrated by national politics and want to have an impact locally, AGU science policy experts are here to support you and alleviate the frustration, and will provide techniques and examples to help you.
This webinar covers effective science communication techniques including how to work with skeptical audiences, strategies for making science policy change at the local level, and tips to effectively work with local media to show the value of science and impacts of recent policy changes.
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Join AGU for Days of Action
As scientists, we must unite to support sustained investment in Earth and space sciences and call out the dangers of cutting research funding and weakening the U.S. federal workforce.
Through AGU Days of Action in 2025, our community has made a powerful impact:
- 545 emails sent to Congress
- 335 calls made to congressional offices
- 193 congressional meetings held
- 131 AGU members met directly with their Members of Congress
- 6 webinars and 2 in-person events hosted by AGU
Together, we’ve shown how investing in science protects communities and drives solutions. Let’s keep the momentum going.