AIP FYI #102: The AIP Bulletin of Science Policy News – Update on OMB Travel Restrictions, American Institute of Physics “The OMB recently issued a 3 1/2 page “Controller Alert: Travel and Conferences” document recognizing the important role that meetings play in the conduct of scientific research. The unsigned and undated memorandum advises that the previously announced spending reductions will continue and details implementation procedures for acceptable travel expenses. This […]
NASA’s Strategic Direction and the Need for a National Consensus, Briefing to FISO Telecon Jan. 30, 2013 Marcia Smith, SpacePolicyOnline.com, NRC Committee Member (link fixed) “- NASA does not and cannot set its own strategic direction. — A national consensus is required — There is no national consensus at this time – The administration should lead in developing that consensus, working with Congress, and holding technical consultations with potential international […]
AIP FYI Number 53: May 6, 2011 House and Senate Authorizers Skeptical About Implementation of NASA Legislation “Hearings before the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee and the House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics revealed considerable skepticism about NASA’s realigned human spaceflight program. At both March hearings there were bipartisan complaints that the Administration disregarded key provisions of the NASA reauthorization act in the formulation of the FY 2012 budget […]