| Number | Statement | Position |
| 10 | Sustainability of the Chemical Enterprise | Defines the concept of sustainability in the context of the chemical enterprise. Supports government incentives for sustainable technologies |
| 09 | Scientific Insight and Integrity | Supports the use of comprehensive scientific research and analyses to assist the development and evaluation of policy options. Encourages policies that assist the government in obtaining and integrating scientific assessments. |
| 08 | Visa Restrictions | Supports timely screening for visiting scientists and students. Commits to assisting federal agencies with technical expertise. |
| 07 | Scientific Freedom | Advocates freedom of scientific exchange and stronger scientific collaboration to benefit humankind. |
| 06 | Retirement Security | Urges Congress to reduce the regulatory complexity of 401(k) plans available to small business owners and promote faster vesting and more portable plans. |
| 05 | Teaching of Evolution | Supports teaching of evolution and opposes alternate, non-scientific theories. Urges states and localities to support high-quality science standards and curricula. |
| 04 | Importance of Hands-on Laboratory Activities | Computer simulations that mimic laboratory procedures have the potential to be a useful supplement to student hands-on activities, but not a substitute for them. |
| 03 | Funding - Science & Technology at Various Agencies (FY13) | Supports predictable and sustainable funding for the basic science agencies and cautions the administration to focus on the long-term benefits of scientific research rather than short-term economic impacts such as immediate job creation. |
| 02 | U.S. Business Climate | Supports policies that will make American firms internationally competitive. Supports reforms to the U.S. patent and IP framework that promotes innovation. Supports policies designed to improve technology transfer and commercialization of breakthroughs spurred by federal research investments. |
| 01 | Charitable Donations | Supports itemized deductions for charitable contributions. Supports permanent extension of the IRA charitable rollover provisions. |
| Number | Statement | Position |
| 15 | Climate | Reviews the science and recommends action on reducing greenhouse gases as well as climate change adaptation strategies. Encourages continued research and funding into the effects of climate change, while also emphasizing the importance of educating the public on the issue. |
| 14 | Access to High Quality Science | Supports using sustainable publishing models that provide universal access to scientific research. Supports the ten principles outlined in the Brussels Declaration on STM Publishing as set forth by the International Association of STM Publishers. |
| 13 | Employment Non-Discrimination | Recommends federal legislation to extend employment discrimination protection to include sexual orientation, gender expression, and gender identity. |
| 12 | Science Education Policies | Supports modernizing learning environments and encourages student research. Supports strengthening STEM teacher education programs. |
| 10 | Biomonitoring | Supports collection of biomonitoring data to better identify, understand, and communicate the potential risks associated with chemical exposures. Encourages the development of biomonitoring methodology to track the fate of chemicals, their exposure pathways, uptake mechanisms, and trends in human exposures. |
| 09 | Chemicals Management and Regulation | Addresses issues of public confidence, risk assessment, the responsibilities of industry, and sustainability. Makes specific recommendations on incorporation of green chemistry principles; data, testing, and exemptions; and the education and training of chemical scientists. |
| Number | Statement | Position |
| 08 | Inherently Safer Technology (IST) | Supports federal support of developing IST and greater use of IST in reducing risk. |
| 06 | Regulation of Laboratory Waste | Reviews the pitfalls of regulations that are intended for large-scale chemical manufacturing being applied to laboratories. |
| 05 | Innovation and Competitiveness | Supports investment in a talented workforce through education and training. Supports long-term commitments to basic research and technology development. Supports development of a sustainable infrastructure for innovation. |
| 03 | Endocrine Disruption | Endorses expanded education and research, and the development of more effective methods for reducing exposures of humans and the environment. |
| 02 | Healthcare Policy | Supports access to affordable, quality healthcare for all Americans and sets out broad principles intended to guide policy on current healthcare options. |
| 01 | Energy Policy | Provides a framework for government, industry, and academia to come together to develop a comprehensive energy S&T policy. |
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