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Advocacy Network 
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How to Host Congressional Lab ToursHow to Host Congressional Lab Tours
This kit provides tools, information, and tips on how to conduct a successful laboratory tour.

Committee Action 
Learn about SfN's Government and Public Affairs Committee.

Guide to Public Advocacy
The guide provides advocacy tools and tips.

Download the full version of SfN's Guide to Public Advocacy (PDF).

Contact
Reach the Government and Public Affairs staff at advocacy@sfn.org.

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SfN Resources
Bring NSF talking points (PDF) to your meetings with lawmakers.

News

May 7 - President Obama released his detailed FY2010 budget, which includes $30.996 billion for NIH and $7 billion for NSF.

April 3 - More than 70 Representatives signed a letter urging House appropriators to provide $7 billion for NSF in FY2010.

March 27 - SfN submits testimony to the House of Representatives advocating a funding increase for NSF.

Feb. 17 - In a letter to all U.S. members, SfN President applauds signing of economic recovery bill and urges continued advocacy on behalf of biomedical research.

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