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Urge Congress to Support Neuroscience in FY2023
Join fellow NeuroAdvocates in urging Congress to support neuroscience priorities and increase research funding for Fiscal Year 2023. Following action by the House and Senate Appropriations Committees, advocates are asking for an increase to $49 billion for existing institutes and centers at the National Institutes of Health including $700 million for the BRAIN Initiative, at least $10.338 billion for the National Science Foundation, and $926 million for the VA Medical and Prosthetic Research Program.
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Urge Congress to Support Biomedical Research Efforts Impacted by COVID-19
Join your fellow NeuroAdvocates and tell Congress to advance legislation that would enact the Research Investment to Spark the Economy (RISE) Act, which authorizes nearly $25 billion for research impacted by COVID-19, including $10 billion for the National Institutes of Health and $3 billion for the National Science Foundation.
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Ask Your Legislators to Join Important Caucuses
Both the House and Senate have established Neuroscience-related Caucuses to fight for more funding. The caucuses are working to get new members to join and appreciate this important agency.
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Introduce Yourself to Your Congressperson
Connect with your elected officials as a constituent and resource for neuroscience and scientific research.
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Find Your Legislator
Your voice is most impactful on your elected officials. Use the Find Your Legislator tool to find out who to reach out to.
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Advocacy Best Practices
Consult our advocacy best practices for help connecting with your policymakers. Together, we can build congressional support for neuroscience priorities.
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