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American Innovation Task Force's Basic Research Brochure is now available.

APS Among 200 U.S. Business, Scientific & Higher Education Organizations That Commend President Obama's Commitment to Scientific Research &  Innovation
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U.S. House of Representatives Passes FY09 Omnibus, with Strong Support for Science
Senate to take up measure week of March 2nd; Full House Passed Funding Numbers
Science Specific Sections: Commerce, Justice, Science & Energy and Water

U.S. Congress Passes American Economic Recovery & Reinvestment Act of 2009
Act Provides Strong Support for Federal R&D and Infrastructure

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Rebuilding Science Infrastructure Would Create Jobs, Keep U.S. Competitive
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