

Strengthening Access to Actionable Science for Lawmakers
Building on two decades of success in providing science advice to California’s government agencies, in early 2021, OST launched a program to bring science directly to California lawmakers, expanding the impact of our work towards a healthy and productive coast and ocean.
Filling a Critical Gap
Since its launch, the Legislative Science Services program has established a reputation as an objective broker of science information and advice supporting members, committees, and their staff. We provide both proactive information delivery on issues the research community identifies as critical, such as the kelp loss crisis, and engagement responsive to emerging policy priorities or current events, such as coastal impacts from wildfire and marine carbon dioxide removal. We build a vibrant relationship between science and lawmaking by providing policy-relevant and solution-focused advice.
Services Available on Request:
If you are a member or staff with a question about ocean and coastal science, please contact the Legislative Science Services program.
Kiya Bibby, Senior Science Officer
kiya.bibby@oceansciencetrust.org
Kevin Travis, Senior Science Officer
kevin.travis@oceansciencetrust.org
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