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US Public Affairs Programs

Making an impact with US policy supporting optics and photonics.

Careers for Scientists and Engineers in Policy
Watch this webinar to gain insights from a panel of Ph.D. scientists and engineers who have harnessed their scientific and technical expertise for policy.

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Capitol Hill Visits

Making connections between US senators and representatives and their constituents on-site in Washington, DC.

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District Visits

Invite your US senators and representatives to tour your laboratory or facility.

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Congressional Fellowships

Explore a unique public policy learning experience and demonstrate the value of science-government interaction on Capitol Hill

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Congressional Optics and Photonics Caucus

Congressional Optics & Photonics Caucus

The O&P Caucus works to educate Congress on the importance of light-based research and technologies to the economy, security and scientific excellence.

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National Photonics Initiative

A collaborative alliance among industry, academia and government seeking to raise awareness of photonics

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The US CHIPS Act

The US Chips & Science Act provides spending guidance for semiconductor incentives, workforce development and science and technology research

Learn more about the act