The Government Affairs Committee contributes to the development of
governmental science and technology policy in materials-related areas by
responding to and initiating opportunities to interact nationally and
internationally with government officials and public and private
organizations on matters of science and technology policy. The committee
serves as a resource for reliable, unbiased technical and professional
information; stimulates responsible technical discussion and facilitates
the exchange of information between policy makers, materials
scientists, engineers and the public; and participates in or plans
events related to those policies.