MAS Advocacy Center
This spring, the Minnesota Academy of Science has the opportunity to receive an increase in the funding we receive from the state of Minnesota for our STEM education programs, thanks to a bill introduced in the MN House by Rep. Lucy Rehm and a companion bill introduced in the Senate by Senators Mitchell and Boldon.
Our state funding has not increased since 1997, while costs have gone up and corporate sponsorships have decreased. An increase in state funding will close a critical funding gap and ensure the stability of our programs going forward, enabling us to continue providing unique, long-standing statewide STEM programs such as the Science Fair and Science Bowls to Minnesota students for years to come.
YOU can help by contacting your state legislators to ask them to support increased funding for the Minnesota Academy of Science.
FEBRUARY 2024 IS THE BEST TIME TO CONTACT THEM!
Compose your message. (If you need help getting started, use our template).
Use the correct address and salutation (e.g., Dear Senator Name, or Dear Representative Name).
Briefly and clearly describe your experience with Minnesota Academy of Science programs.
Give a short example of how Minnesota Academy of Science programs benefit you or your school/district/organization.
Specifically ask your legislators to support HF 3753 / SF 4343 and increased funding for Minnesota Academy of Science in the 2024 supplemental budget.
Sign your full name and give your address.
