Government Relations
ASME Government Relations represents and advocates for the engineering profession by advising government officials at all levels on engineering and technology as they make decisions on matters and policies affecting the public interest.
Very few of the 535 Members of Congress have engineering or scientific backgrounds. Given that they are called upon nearly every day to make decisions that affect scientific and engineering practices, it is only natural that they require the expertise of those experienced in technical fields.
ASME Government Relations represents and advocates for the engineering profession by facilitating and initiating various programs and activities. ASME members at all stages of their careers have an opportunity to help "engineer the greater good" by applying their engineering expertise and pragmatic problem-solving approach to the development of sound public policy.
Register Now: ASME Policy Impact 2021
As travel to Washington, D.C. for in-person meetings remains impractical due to the on-going coronavirus pandemic, the Government Relations team will be holding a virtual public policy program, ASME Policy Impact, which will be convened May 24-26, 2021.
This free program will include plenary talks, briefings, and discussion panels on the science and engineering issues of the day, as well as the opportunity for ASME members to meet with their Members of Congress.
“While ASME’s 2021 congressional visits program will be virtual, ASME members can still make a difference and share their passion for engineering with policymakers,” says ASME Executive Director / CEO Tom Costabile. “ASME is excited to offer our members the opportunity to meet with Members of Congress and their staff to discuss critical issues and legislation affecting the engineering profession.”
ASME Policy Impact 2021 includes:
- Virtual meetings with Members of Congress or their staff facilitated by ASME
- Plenary sessions and discussion panels on ASME’s public policy priorities
- Online training with tips on conducting successful meetings with policymakers
- Advocacy materials and talking points to support ASME member visits with policymakers
The deadline for applications to participate in the congressional visits is May 17, 2021.
Visit https://resources.asme.org/policy-impact to register and learn more about ASME Policy Impact 2021.
Public Policy Issues
ASME will enhance its relevance and impact to global constituents by being the leader in advancing engineering technology.
ASME’s 2021 – 2022 Public Policy Issues
Clean Energy
Energy technology has seen rapid advancements in recent years and has the potential to significantly impact our nation’s priorities. Learn more.Advanced Manufacturing
As manufacturing worldwide enters a season of renaissance, the potential exists for the U.S. to reemerge as a global leader in advanced manufacturing. Learn more.Bioengineering
Through our advocacy efforts, ASME endeavors to spread the message on Capitol Hill that robust funding of bioengineering R&D is essential. Learn more.Robotics
ASME is pursuing federal policies that encourage growth in the domestic robotics sector and make investments in a workforce that will continue to thrive. Learn more.Pressure Technology
ASME’s pressure technology codes and standards are used globally in over 100 countries to improve public health and safety outcomes. Learn more.R&D and STEM
ASME advocates for investment in the research, development, and education enterprises that will empower the engineers of the future. Learn more.Areas of Involvement
ASME Government Relations represents and advocates for the engineering profession by initiating and facilitating various programs and activities.
Becoming an ASME Member
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