AMS Advocacy Priorities

The Office of Government Relations (OGR) represents the AMS in science policy discussions at the federal level. Research and education across the breadth of the mathematical sciences are integral components of federal science policy. Mathematicians, students, and higher education institutions are all impacted by federal policies.

We work with federal agencies, legislative staffs, professional societies, science policy coalitions and other stakeholders to advance AMS policy priorities. We provide support and advice to the AMS, its members, and the larger mathematics community about federal government actions and opportunities.

OGR activities strengthen the involvement of mathematics in science policy considerations, and simultaneously support mathematicians at all stages of their mathematical careers.

Our advocacy efforts focus on:

Urging increased and sustained federal funding for research in the mathematical sciences

The National Science Foundation (NSF) supports more basic research in the mathematical sciences -- and done on college and university campuses -- than any other federal agency.  We work with Congress, as science funding agencies' budgets are determined, to ensure dependable and increased funding for researchers and students.

Attracting and retaining talent, and supporting scholarly exchange

Mathematical sciences profit enormously from unfettered collaborations among colleagues from all over the world, and at every career stage. Ensuring that US institutes of higher education remain as destinations of choice for students and scholars from around the world is paramount. Priority policies and legislation include those related to tax policies, and visa and travel processes.