In case you missed it, on 15 March, IEEE-USA hosted an online discussion with U.S. Congressman G.K. Butterfield to discuss his work in Congress to strengthen broadband access, optimize the benefits of renewable energy sources, invest in emerging technologies and innovation for the 21st century, and secure strong funding for the National Science Foundation. IEEE-USA also presented Rep. Butterfield with the IEEE-USA Award for Distinguished Public Service and for his longtime championship of congressional investment in R&D. You can view the discussion at the link below.

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Who says working on The Hill isn't exciting? Pictured here, IEEE-USA Congressional Fellow Clarissa Bhargava (left) had a chance to meet U.S. Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson. Bhargava is serving in the office of Senator Ben Ray Luján, where she is an integral part of the Senator’s energy, environment, and innovation policy team. For more information about IEEE-USA Government Fellowships, click below.

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