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Fossil Energy Appropriations. In support of increased funding for the Department of Energy Fossil Energy (FE) budget and support for Oil and Natural Gas Technologies R&D. Support for nuclear energy, energy delivery and reliability and critical materials research. Funding for Fossil Energy Program supports the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) program. Specific activities include Carbon Capture, Carbon Storage, Advanced Energy Systems, and Crosscutting Research. Support for federal research initiatives related to electrical grid technology and reliability (SMART Grid Research) within Department of Energy /NETL and the Department of Defense/US Navy. In support of H.R.4553 - Fossil Energy Encouragement and Accountability Act of 2014 which would.

Fossil Energy Appropriations. In support of increased funding for the Department of Energy Fossil Energy (FE) budget and support for Oil and Natural Gas Technologies R&D. Support for nuclear energy, energy delivery and reliability and critical materials research. Funding for Fossil Energy Program supports the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) program. Specific activities include Carbon Capture, Carbon Storage, Advanced Energy Systems, and Crosscutting Research. Support for federal research initiatives related to electrical grid technology and reliability (SMART Grid Research) within Department of Energy /NETL and the Department of Defense/US Navy. In support of H.R.4553 - Fossil Energy Encouragement and Accountability Act of 2014 which would.

In support of provisions that would address abusive patent practices on university technology transfer programs and policies, especially changes contained in the Innovation Act (HR 1339), the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 (S. 1720), as well as H.R. 2209 and S. 1720. Opposed to proposals that would undermine the ability of legitimate patent holders to enforce their patent rights and impair university technology transfer operations.

In support of provisions that would address abusive patent practices on university technology transfer programs and policies, especially changes contained in the Innovation Act (HR 1339), the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 (S. 1720), as well as H.R. 2209 and S. 1720. Opposed to proposals that would undermine the ability of legitimate patent holders to enforce their patent rights and impair university technology transfer operations.

In support of provisions that would address abusive patent practices on university technology transfer programs and policies, especially changes contained in the Innovation Act (HR 1339), the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 (S. 1720), as well as H.R. 2209 and S. 1720. Opposed to proposals that would undermine the ability of legitimate patent holders to enforce their patent rights and impair university technology transfer operations.

In support of provisions that would address abusive patent practices on university technology transfer programs and policies, especially changes contained in the Innovation Act (HR 1339), the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 (S. 1720), as well as H.R. 2209 and S. 1720.

In support of provisions that would address abusive patent practices on university technology transfer programs and policies, especially changes contained in the Innovation Act (HR 1339), the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 (S. 1720), as well as H.R. 2209 and S. 1720. Opposed to proposals that would undermine the ability of legitimate patent holders to enforce their patent rights and impair university technology transfer operations.

In support of provisions that would address abusive patent practices on university technology transfer programs and policies, especially changes contained in the Innovation Act (HR 1339), the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 (S. 1720), as well as H.R. 2209 and S. 1720. Opposed to proposals that would undermine the ability of legitimate patent holders to enforce their patent rights and impair university technology transfer operations.

In support of provisions that would address abusive patent practices on university technology transfer programs and policies, especially changes contained in the Innovation Act (HR 1339), the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 (S. 1720), as well as H.R. 2209 and S. 1720. Opposed to proposals that would undermine the ability of legitimate patent holders to enforce their patent rights and impair university technology transfer operations.

In support of provisions that would address abusive patent practices on university technology transfer programs and policies, especially changes contained in the Innovation Act (HR 1339), the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 (S. 1720), as well as H.R. 2209 and S. 1720.

In support of H.R. 2996, the Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation Act of 2013 (RAMI) as included in H.R. 83 - Consolidated and Further Contiuning Approprations Act of 2015 (P.L.113-235). In support of S.2719 - Manufacturing Universities Act of 2014. Generally supportive of federal initiatives related to Advanced Manufacturing

In support of passing an America COMPETES Act reauthorization bill that calls for real and sustained growth in funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Energy Office of Science, and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E). In support of America COMPETES Act (S. 2757). Manufacturing - in support of H.R. 2996, the Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation Act of 2013 (RAMI). In support of S.2719 - Manufacturing Universities Act of 2014. In support of STEM education programs at the K-12 and post-secondary level. In opposition to HR 4186, FIRST Act Frontiers in Innovation, Research, Science and Technology Act because of inadequate authorization levels and changes. In opposition to any legislation that places undue restrictions on federally funded Social/Behavior/Economic research. In support of S. 2551 TRANSFER Act and other efforts that would accelerate the commercialization of federally funded research being conducted at universities, federal laboratories, and other non-profit research organizations.

In support of Title VII and Title VIII funding in HHS appropriations. In support of the replacement of automatic spending reductions known as sequestration because of the harm it would do the biomedical research at the university funded by NIH. Demonstrated how declining federal support for medical research will prevent future breakthroughs and discourage potential researchers from entering the field. Argued that decline in NIH support would disproportionately impact Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In support of H.R. 3336, Inspiring Scientific Research and Innovation Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2014. In support of S. 2115: American Cures Act. In support of the Administrations BRAIN Research Initiative. In support of S. 2658 the Accelerating Biomedical Research Act which allows for an increase in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, offset by adjusting the discretionary budget caps mandated by the Budget Control Act

National Institutes of Health - Oppose additional caps and restrictions on Facilities & Administrative (F&A) costs associated with NIH sponsored extramural research. In support of the NIH peer review system and continued support of NIH extramural research funding.In support of Title VII and Title VIII funding in HHS appropriations. In support of the replacement of automatic spending reductions known as sequestration because of the harm it would do the biomedical research at the university funded by NIH. Demonstrated how declining federal support for medical research will prevent future breakthroughs and discourage potential researchers from entering the field. Argued that decline in NIH support would disproportionately impact Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In support of H.R. 3336, Inspiring Scientific Research and Innovation Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2014. In support of S. 2115: American Cures Act In support of BRAIN Research Initiative

In support of Title VII and Title VIII funding in HHS appropriations. In support of the replacement of automatic spending reductions known as sequestration because of the harm it would do the biomedical research at the university funded by NIH. Demonstrated how declining federal support for medical research will prevent future breakthroughs and discourage potential researchers from entering the field. Argued that decline in NIH support would disproportionately impact the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In support of H.R. 3336, Inspiring Scientific Research and Innovation Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2014. In support of draft/concept legislation Invest for a Healthy Future Act which would mandate annual increases in federal biomedical research funding. In support of S. 2115: American Cures Act In support of the Administrations BRAIN Research Initiative. In support of S. 2658 the Accelerating Biomedical Research Act which allows for an increase in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, offset by adjusting the discretionary budget caps mandated by the Budget Control Act

In support of Title VII and Title VIII funding in HHS appropriations. In support of the replacement of automatic spending reductions known as sequestration because of the harm it would do the biomedical research at the university funded by NIH.Demonstrated how declining federal support for medical research will prevent future breakthroughs and discourage potential researchers from entering the field. Argued that decline in NIH support would disproportionately impact Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In support of H.R. 3336, Inspiring Scientific Research and Innovation Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2014. In support of S. 2115: American Cures Act In support of BRAIN Research Initiative.

In support of passing an America COMPETES Act reauthorization bill that calls for real and sustained growth in funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Energy Office of Science, and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E).In support of STEM education programs at the K-12 and post-secondary level. In opposition to HR 4186, FIRST Act Frontiers in Innovation, Research, Science and Technology Act because of inadequate authorization levels and changes to the NSF grant making process. In opposition to any legislation that places restrictions on federally funded Social/Behavior/Economic research. In support of S. 2551 TRANSFER Act and other efforts that would accelerate the commercialization of federally funded research being conducted at universities, federal laboratories, and other non-profit research organizations.

In support of passing an America COMPETES Act reauthorization bill that calls for real and sustained growth in funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Energy Office of Science, and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E). In support of America COMPETES Act (S. 2757). In support of STEM education programs at the K-12 and post-secondary level. In opposition to HR 4186, FIRST Act Frontiers in Innovation, Research, Science and Technology Act because of inadequate authorization levels and changes. In opposition to any legislation that places undue restrictions on federally funded Social/Behavior/Economic research. In support of S. 2551 TRANSFER Act and other efforts that would accelerate the commercialization of federally funded research being conducted at universities, federal laboratories, and other non-profit research organizations.

In support of passing an America COMPETES Act reauthorization bill that calls for real and sustained growth in funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Energy Office of Science, and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E). In support of America COMPETES Act (S. 2757). Manufacturing - in support of H.R. 2996, the Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation Act of 2013 (RAMI). In support of S.2719 - Manufacturing Universities Act of 2014. In support of STEM education programs at the K-12 and post-secondary level. In opposition to HR 4186, FIRST Act Frontiers in Innovation, Research, Science and Technology Act because of inadequate authorization levels and changes. In opposition to any legislation that places undue restrictions on federally funded Social/Behavior/Economic research. In support of S. 2551 TRANSFER Act and other efforts that would accelerate the commercialization of federally funded research being conducted at universities, federal laboratories, and other non-profit research organizations.

Fossil Energy Appropriations. In support of increased funding for the Department of Energy Fossil Energy (FE) budget and support for Oil and Natural Gas Technologies R&D Support for nuclear energy, energy delivery and reliability and critical materials research. Funding for Fossil Energy Program supports the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) program. Specific activities include Carbon Capture, Carbon Storage, Advanced Energy Systems, and Crosscutting Research. In support of H.R.4553 - Fossil Energy Encouragement and Accountability Act of 2014 which would authorize FY2015 appropriations for coal, natural gas, and oil research and development. The bill would also prevent the closure or consolidation of NETL facilities. In support of H.Amdt.1041 to HR 4923 which would prohibit the consolidation or closure of NETL facilities.

Fossil Energy Appropriations. In support of increased funding for the Department of Energy Fossil Energy (FE) budget and support for Oil and Natural Gas Technologies R&D Support for nuclear energy, energy delivery and reliability and critical materials research. Funding for Fossil Energy Program supports the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) program. Specific activities include Carbon Capture, Carbon Storage, Advanced Energy Systems, and Crosscutting Research. Support for federal research initiatives related to electrical grid technology and reliability (SMART Grid Research) within Department of Energy and NETL. In support of H.R.4553 - Fossil Energy Encouragement and Accountability Act of 2014 which would authorize FY2015 appropriations for coal, natural gas, and oil research and development. The bill would also prevent the closure or consolidation of NETL facilities.

In support of adequate funding for student financial aid; education research; graduate education; and higher education programs for disadvantaged students including Pell Grants and Federal Work Study. In support of a Higher Education Act Reauthorization act that achieves those goals while limiting additional regulatory burdens. S. 2692/H.R. 5354 Campus Safety and Accountability Act (CASA), and other campus sexual assault prevention legislation. In support of legislation that addresses the serious problem of campus sexual assault, protects survivors of sexual assault, and recognizes the appropriate role of law enforcement agencies and university administrators.

In support of provisions that would address abusive patent practices on university technology transfer programs and policies, especially changes contained in the Innovation Act (HR 1339), the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 (S. 1720), as well as H.R. 2209 and S. 1720. Opposed to proposals that would undermine the ability of legitimate patent holders to enforce their patent rights and impair university technology transfer operations.

In support of provisions that would address abusive patent practices on university technology transfer programs and policies, especially changes contained in the Innovation Act (HR 1339), the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 (S. 1720), as well as H.R. 2209 and S. 1720. Opposed to proposals that would undermine the ability of legitimate patent holders to enforce their patent rights and impair university technology transfer operations.

In support of provisions that would address abusive patent practices on university technology transfer programs and policies, especially changes contained in the Innovation Act (HR 1339), the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 (S. 1720), as well as H.R. 2209 and S. 1720.

In support of provisions that would address abusive patent practices on university technology transfer programs and policies, especially changes contained in the Innovation Act (HR 1339), the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 (S. 1720), as well as H.R. 2209 and S. 1720. Opposed to proposals that would undermine the ability of legitimate patent holders to enforce their patent rights and impair university technology transfer operations.

In support of Title VII and Title VIII funding in HHS appropriations. In support of the replacement of automatic spending reductions known as sequestration because of the harm it would do the biomedical research at the university funded by NIH.Demonstrated how declining federal support for medical research will prevent future breakthroughs and discourage potential researchers from entering the field. Argued that decline in NIH support would disproportionately impact Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In support of H.R. 3336, Inspiring Scientific Research and Innovation Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2014. In support of S. 2115: American Cures Act In support of BRAIN Research Initiative.

In support of Title VII and Title VIII funding in HHS appropriations. In support of the replacement of automatic spending reductions known as sequestration because of the harm it would do the biomedical research at the university funded by NIH. Demonstrated how declining federal support for medical research will prevent future breakthroughs and discourage potential researchers from entering the field. Argued that decline in NIH support would disproportionately impact the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In support of H.R. 3336, Inspiring Scientific Research and Innovation Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2014. In support of draft/concept legislation Invest for a Healthy Future Act which would mandate annual increases in federal biomedical research funding. In support of S. 2115: American Cures Act In support of the Administrations BRAIN Research Initiative. In support of S. 2658 the Accelerating Biomedical Research Act which allows for an increase in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, offset by adjusting the discretionary budget caps mandated by the Budget Control Act

National Institutes of Health - Oppose additional caps and restrictions on Facilities & Administrative (F&A) costs associated with NIH sponsored extramural research. In support of the NIH peer review system and continued support of NIH extramural research funding.In support of Title VII and Title VIII funding in HHS appropriations. In support of the replacement of automatic spending reductions known as sequestration because of the harm it would do the biomedical research at the university funded by NIH. Demonstrated how declining federal support for medical research will prevent future breakthroughs and discourage potential researchers from entering the field. Argued that decline in NIH support would disproportionately impact Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In support of H.R. 3336, Inspiring Scientific Research and Innovation Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2014. In support of S. 2115: American Cures Act In support of BRAIN Research Initiative

In support of Title VII and Title VIII funding in HHS appropriations. In support of the replacement of automatic spending reductions known as sequestration because of the harm it would do the biomedical research at the university funded by NIH. Demonstrated how declining federal support for medical research will prevent future breakthroughs and discourage potential researchers from entering the field. Argued that decline in NIH support would disproportionately impact Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In support of H.R. 3336, Inspiring Scientific Research and Innovation Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2014. In support of S. 2115: American Cures Act. In support of the Administrations BRAIN Research Initiative. In support of S. 2658 the Accelerating Biomedical Research Act which allows for an increase in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, offset by adjusting the discretionary budget caps mandated by the Budget Control Act

In support of passing an America COMPETES Act reauthorization bill that calls for real and sustained growth in funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Energy Office of Science, and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E). In support of America COMPETES Act (S. 2757). Manufacturing - in support of H.R. 2996, the Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation Act of 2013 (RAMI). In support of S.2719 - Manufacturing Universities Act of 2014. In support of STEM education programs at the K-12 and post-secondary level. In opposition to HR 4186, FIRST Act Frontiers in Innovation, Research, Science and Technology Act because of inadequate authorization levels and changes. In opposition to any legislation that places undue restrictions on federally funded Social/Behavior/Economic research. In support of S. 2551 TRANSFER Act and other efforts that would accelerate the commercialization of federally funded research being conducted at universities, federal laboratories, and other non-profit research organizations.

In support of passing an America COMPETES Act reauthorization bill that calls for real and sustained growth in funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Energy Office of Science, and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E). In support of America COMPETES Act (S. 2757). In support of STEM education programs at the K-12 and post-secondary level. In opposition to HR 4186, FIRST Act Frontiers in Innovation, Research, Science and Technology Act because of inadequate authorization levels and changes. In opposition to any legislation that places undue restrictions on federally funded Social/Behavior/Economic research. In support of S. 2551 TRANSFER Act and other efforts that would accelerate the commercialization of federally funded research being conducted at universities, federal laboratories, and other non-profit research organizations.

In support of passing an America COMPETES Act reauthorization bill that calls for real and sustained growth in funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Energy Office of Science, and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E).In support of STEM education programs at the K-12 and post-secondary level. In opposition to HR 4186, FIRST Act Frontiers in Innovation, Research, Science and Technology Act because of inadequate authorization levels and changes to the NSF grant making process. In opposition to any legislation that places restrictions on federally funded Social/Behavior/Economic research. In support of S. 2551 TRANSFER Act and other efforts that would accelerate the commercialization of federally funded research being conducted at universities, federal laboratories, and other non-profit research organizations.

In support of Title VII and Title VIII funding in HHS appropriations. In support of the replacement of automatic spending reductions known as sequestration because of the harm it would do the biomedical research at the university funded by NIH. Demonstrated how declining federal support for medical research will prevent future breakthroughs and discourage potential researchers from entering the field. Argued that decline in NIH support would disproportionately impact the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In support of H.R. 3336, Inspiring Scientific Research and Innovation Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2014. In support of draft/concept legislation Invest for a Healthy Future Act which would mandate annual increases in federal biomedical research funding. In support of S. 2115: American Cures Act In support of the Administrations BRAIN Research Initiative. In support of S. 2658 the Accelerating Biomedical Research Act which allows for an increase in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, offset by adjusting the discretionary budget caps mandated by the Budget Control Act

In support of Title VII and Title VIII funding in HHS appropriations. In support of the replacement of automatic spending reductions known as sequestration because of the harm it would do the biomedical research at the university funded by NIH. Demonstrated how declining federal support for medical research will prevent future breakthroughs and discourage potential researchers from entering the field. Argued that decline in NIH support would disproportionately impact Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In support of H.R. 3336, Inspiring Scientific Research and Innovation Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2014. In support of S. 2115: American Cures Act. In support of the Administrations BRAIN Research Initiative. In support of S. 2658 the Accelerating Biomedical Research Act which allows for an increase in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding, offset by adjusting the discretionary budget caps mandated by the Budget Control Act

In support of adequate funding for student financial aid; education research; graduate education; and higher education programs for disadvantaged students including Pell Grants and Federal Work Study. In support of a Higher Education Act Reauthorization act that achieves those goals while limiting additional regulatory burdens. S. 2692/H.R. 5354 Campus Safety and Accountability Act (CASA), and other campus sexual assault prevention legislation. In support of legislation that addresses the serious problem of campus sexual assault, protects survivors of sexual assault, and recognizes the appropriate role of law enforcement agencies and university administrators.

In support of H.R. 2996, the Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation Act of 2013 (RAMI) as included in H.R. 83 - Consolidated and Further Contiuning Approprations Act of 2015 (P.L.113-235). In support of S.2719 - Manufacturing Universities Act of 2014. Generally supportive of federal initiatives related to Advanced Manufacturing

In support of passing an America COMPETES Act reauthorization bill that calls for real and sustained growth in funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Energy Office of Science, and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E). In support of America COMPETES Act (S. 2757). Manufacturing - in support of H.R. 2996, the Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation Act of 2013 (RAMI). In support of S.2719 - Manufacturing Universities Act of 2014. In support of STEM education programs at the K-12 and post-secondary level. In opposition to HR 4186, FIRST Act Frontiers in Innovation, Research, Science and Technology Act because of inadequate authorization levels and changes. In opposition to any legislation that places undue restrictions on federally funded Social/Behavior/Economic research. In support of S. 2551 TRANSFER Act and other efforts that would accelerate the commercialization of federally funded research being conducted at universities, federal laboratories, and other non-profit research organizations.

In support of passing an America COMPETES Act reauthorization bill that calls for real and sustained growth in funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Energy Office of Science, and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E). In support of America COMPETES Act (S. 2757). In support of STEM education programs at the K-12 and post-secondary level. In opposition to HR 4186, FIRST Act Frontiers in Innovation, Research, Science and Technology Act because of inadequate authorization levels and changes. In opposition to any legislation that places undue restrictions on federally funded Social/Behavior/Economic research. In support of S. 2551 TRANSFER Act and other efforts that would accelerate the commercialization of federally funded research being conducted at universities, federal laboratories, and other non-profit research organizations.

In support of passing an America COMPETES Act reauthorization bill that calls for real and sustained growth in funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Energy Office of Science, and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E). In support of America COMPETES Act (S. 2757). Manufacturing - in support of H.R. 2996, the Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation Act of 2013 (RAMI). In support of S.2719 - Manufacturing Universities Act of 2014. In support of STEM education programs at the K-12 and post-secondary level. In opposition to HR 4186, FIRST Act Frontiers in Innovation, Research, Science and Technology Act because of inadequate authorization levels and changes. In opposition to any legislation that places undue restrictions on federally funded Social/Behavior/Economic research. In support of S. 2551 TRANSFER Act and other efforts that would accelerate the commercialization of federally funded research being conducted at universities, federal laboratories, and other non-profit research organizations.

In support of replacing the Budget Control Act of 2011 (P.L. # 112-25) which disproportionately harms domestic discretionary programs including academic research and federal student aid with a balanced agreement to prevent budget sequestration, reduce deficit, and create jobs and economic growth.In support of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 H.R. 3574 (P.L. #113-76) which partially reduced sequestration cuts. In support of sustained strategic federal investments in research and student financial aid to close the innovation deficit and bolster our nations long term economic and national security. Defense Appropriations Act Title IV - In support of increased funding for Defense Science and Technology, and Basic and Applied Research in all services; funding for Department of Defense Injury Prevention and Performance Optimization Research Initiative in all services. Title VI In support of funding for Defense Health Related research in all services including TBI and PTSD research. Labor-HHS-Education Appropriations Act Dept. of Education increased funding for student financial aid; higher education aid for disadvantaged students including Pell Grants, subsidized student loans and federal work study programs. Department of Education Appropriation -- increased funding for student financial aid; education research; graduate education; and higher education programs for disadvantaged students including Pell Grants. In support of funding for the Department of Education's international education and foreign language studies programs, HEA-Title VI and Fulbright-Hays. Dept of Health and Human Services Title II increased funding for National Institutes of Health (NIH) extramural research programs. In support of Title VII and Title VIII funding. Commerce Justice and Science Appropriations Act advocated for increased funding for National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and NASA related research. Energy and Water Appropriations Act Advocated for increased funding for the Office of Science, Fossil Energy Research, Nuclear Energy Research and the ARPA-E program. Continued support for the National Energy Technology Laboratories (NETL). Military Construction, Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act increased funding for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) under Title II including funding for VHA Medical and Prosthetic Research including transplantation, TBI and PTSD related research. INTERIOR, ENVIRONMENT, AND RELATED AGENCIES: in support of adequate funding for NEH and NEA.

Department of Education Appropriations -- increased funding for federal student aid; education research; graduate education; and higher education programs for disadvantaged students including Pell Grants and Federal Work Study. Federal Student Loan Program - In favor of proposals that would maintain low interest rates and keep college affordable for low-income students. In favor of HR 1911, which provide long term stability in the Federal student loan system.

Department of Education Appropriation -- increased funding for student financial aid; education research; graduate education; and higher education programs for disadvantaged students including Pell Grants and Federal Work Study.Federally Student Loan Program - In favor of proposals that would maintain low interest rates and keep college affordable for low-income students. In favor of HR 1911, which provided long term stability in the Federal student loan system.

Department of Education Appropriation -- increased funding for student financial aid; education research; graduate education; and higher education programs for disadvantaged students including Pell Grants and Federal Work Study.Federally Student Loan Program - In favor of proposals that would maintain low interest rates and keep college affordable for low-income students. In favor of HR 1911, which provided long term stability in the Federal student loan system.

National Institutes of Health - Oppose additional caps and restrictions on Facilities & Administrative (F&A) costs associated with NIH sponsored extramural research. In support of the NIH peer review system and continued support of NIH extramural research funding. In support of Title VII and Title VIII funding in HHS appropriations.In support of the replacement of automatic spending reductions known as sequestration because of the harm it would do the biomedical research at the university funded by NIH. Demonstrated how declining federal support for medical research will prevent future breakthroughs and discourage potential researchers from entering the field. Argued that decline in NIH support would disproportionately impact Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In support of H.R. 3336, Inspiring Scientific Research and Innovation Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2014.

National Institutes of Health - Oppose additional caps and restrictions on Facilities & Administrative (F&A) costs associated with NIH sponsored extramural research. In support of the NIH peer review system and continued support of NIH extramural research funding. In support of Title VII and VIII funding in HHS appropriations. In support of replacement of automatic spending reductions known as sequestration because of the harm it would do to the biomedical research at the university funded by NIH. Demonstrated how declining federal support for medical research will prevent future breakthroughs and discourage potential researchers from entering the field. Argued that decline in NIH support would disproportionately impact the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In support of H.R. 3336, Inspiring Scientific Research and Innovation Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2014.

In support of reforms to several federal regulations affecting research universities, specifically: Conflict of Interest (COI) regulations, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulations. In support of reforms that would lower cost of compliance, increase faculty productively, and result in more efficient use of federal resources.In support of maintaining educational tax benefits including: Hope Tax Credit, the Tuition and Fees Deduction, and the Lifetime Learning Credit, American Opportunity Tax Credit. In support of H.R. 3437, the College Affordability Act.

In support of reforms to several federal regulations affecting universities, specifically: Conflict of Interest (COI) regulations, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulation. In support of reforms that would lower costs of compliance, increase faculty productivity, and results in more efficient use of federal resources. In support of maintaining educational tax benefits including: Hope Tax Credit, the tuition and Fees Deduction, and the Lifetime Learning Credit, and American Opportunity Tax Credit. In support of H.R. 3437, the College Affordability Act.

In opposition to passage of H.R. 3309, the Innovation Act because of provisions related to fee shifting. Advocated in favor of changes to S. 1720, the Patent Transparency and Improvements Act, that would reduce abusive patent litigation practices without undermining the ability of legitimate patent holders to enforce their patent rights.

In opposition to passage of H.R. 3309, the Innovation Act because of provisions related to fee shifting. Advocated in favor of changes to S.1720, The Patent Transparency and Improvements Act that would reduce abusive patent litigation practices without undermining the ability of legitimate patent holders to enforce their patent rights.

Great Ape Protection Act of 2011 (S. 810 and H.R. 1513) -- Advocated against possible restrictions on critical biomedical research involving non-human primates. Made members and staff aware of the impact the bill would have on health research conducted at universities.

Great Ape Protection Act (S. 810 and H.R 1513)

DATA Act of 2012 (H.R. 2146 and S1222) - Advocated for changes to the bill that would promote transparency and accessibility of federally funded research without imposing new and/or duplicitive reporting requirements on research universities.

H.R. 2146 DATA Act-To amend title 31, United States Code, to require accountability and transparency in Federal spending, and for other purposes H.R. 4310 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Yeat 2013-To authorize appropriations (continued on next page) for fiscal year 2013 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes H.R. 4966 Sequester Replacement Act of 2012-To amend the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 to replace the sequester established by the Budget Control Act of 2011 H.R. 5325 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013-Making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, and for other purposes H.R. 5326 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013-Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fisccal year ending September 30, 2013, and for other purposes H.R. 5855 FY 13 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2013-Making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, and for other purposes H.R. 5972 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013-Making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, and for other purposes S. 2323 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013-Makes appropriations for FY2013 for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, for science-related programs, and related agencies

Data Act of 2012 (H.R. 2146 and S. 1222)

H.R. 3915 CAMPUS Safety Act-To consolidate programs at the Department of Justice and enact the CAMPUS Safety Act of 2011

H.R. 4628 Interest Rate Reduction Act-To extend student loan interest rates for undergraduate Federal Direct Stafford Loans S. 2343 Stop Student Loan Interest Rate Hike of 2012-A bill to amend the Higher Educations Act of 1965 to extend the reduced interest rate for Federal Direct Stafford Loans, and for other purposes

H.R. 2146 DATA Act-To amend title 31, United States Code, to require accountability and transparency in Federal spending, and for other purposes H.R. 4310 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Yeat 2013-To authorize appropriations (continued on next page) for fiscal year 2013 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes H.R. 4966 Sequester Replacement Act of 2012-To amend the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 to replace the sequester established by the Budget Control Act of 2011 H.R. 5325 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013-Making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, and for other purposes H.R. 5326 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013-Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fisccal year ending September 30, 2013, and for other purposes H.R. 5855 FY 13 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2013-Making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, and for other purposes H.R. 5972 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013-Making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, and for other purposes S. 2323 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013-Makes appropriations for FY2013 for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, for science-related programs, and related agencies

Continuing Resolution Act of 2013 (H.J.Res. 117) Labor-HHS-Education Appropriations Act of 2013 (S. 3295) Labor-HHS-Education Appropriations Act of 2013 - House Sub-committee draft Sequester Replacement Act (H.R. 4966) Budget Control Act of 2011 (P.L. 112-25)

Continuing Resolution Act of 2013 (H.J. Res 117) - Advocated for stable funding for federal research in health, defense and NSF. Labor-HHS-Education Appropriations Act of 2013 (S. 3295) - Advocated for increased health research funding in NIH and support for federal student financial aid programs. Labbor-HHS-Education Appropriations Act of 2013 (No bill number, House Appropriations Subcommittee Draft) - Advocated for increased funding for health research in NIH and support for federal student financial aid programs. Budent Control Act of 2011 (P.L. 112-25) and the Sequester Replacement Act of 2012 (H.R. 4966) - Advocated for an alternative to automatic sequestration and its detrimental effects on federally funded research and other non-defense discretionary programs including student financial aid.

H.R. 4970 Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2012-To reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act of 1994

H.R. 5844 Protecting Victims on Campus Act of 2012-Amends Higher Education Act of 1965 to revise provisions that require each instituition of higher education (IHE) participating in a title IV (Student Assistance) program to comply with certain crime reporting requirements.

Startup Act 2.0 (S. 3217; H.R. 5893) advocated for changes to the bill that would maintain Bayh-Dole Act policies related to institutional Intellectual Property rights and technology commercialization. National Science Foundation Increased funding for NSF research and opposition to additional caps and restrictions on Facilities and Administrative (F&A) costs. In support of continued support for the Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute program

STEM Jobs Act of 2012 (H.R. 6429)

S. 1965 Startup Sct of 2011-A bill to jump-start the economic recovery through the formation and growth of new business, and for other purposes S. 3217 Startup Act 2.0-A bill to jump-start the economic recovery through the formation and growth of new business, and for other purposes

Startup Act 2.0 (S. 3217; H.R. 5893) advocated for changes to the bill that would maintain Bayh-Dole Act policies related to institutional Intellectual Property rights and technology commercialization. National Science Foundation Increased funding for NSF research and opposition to additional caps and restrictions on Facilities and Administrative (F&A) costs. In support of continued support for the Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute program