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White House Proposes Drastic NOAA Cuts, Threatening Weather and Ocean Science
A leaked White House memo reveals proposed drastic cuts to NOAA and NASA. The draft plan for the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) President’s Budget includes cutting the National Ocean Service (NOS) budget in half and fully eliminating the Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR).
Apr 14


Five Years of ESP Advisors: Elevating Ocean Priorities In Turbulent Times
What started as a one-woman operation has grown into a powerhouse firm that moves seamlessly between the worlds of ocean science and policy.
Mar 10


Introducing our New Fellow: Q&A With Claudia Deeg
Get to know our newest policy fellow - Claudia Deeg!
Mar 5


Congress Controls the Purse Strings, but Can the President Decide Not to Spend the Money?
There’s a battle brewing between President Trump and Congress over who really controls the federal budget. What's legal? Let's dive in!
Jan 23


A “Big, Beautiful Bill?” Budget Reconciliation and Rescinding of Climate Infrastructure Funds
Budget reconciliation doesn’t come around often, but when it does, it’s the biggest thing on Capitol Hill. Here's what's on the table.
Jan 13


Looking Back, Moving Forward: Shaping Ocean Policy in the 119th Congress
It’s a new year and a new Congress – a time for reflection and a time to set our sights on goals for the future. We're here to help.
Jan 3


New Ocean Laws Flying in on the Lame Duck
The end of a Congress is fast, furious, and a lot can happen in its final moments. Learn more about current action on ocean & coastal bills!
Dec 5, 2024


Seafood Swims into the Senate Farm Bill
A freshly baked Farm Bill landed on the legislative table this week. What's in it for aquaculture and seafood? Here are the highlights.
Nov 22, 2024


Path to Ocean Policy: Q&A With Leigh Habegger
Leigh Habegger is the most recent addition to team ESP. Curious about her journey into ocean policy? Dive in and get to know her!
Nov 15, 2024


VIDEO: Bridging Science and Policy
ESP Advisors and COMPASS Science Communication dive into the importance of science in policy making
Nov 5, 2024


What Would Tim Walz or J.D. Vance Bring to the Table for Oceans?
We have two Vice President candidates. What do their voting records reveal about their positions on ocean, coastal, and science policies?
Aug 15, 2024


What are Donald Trump's Ocean Priorities?
From Project 2025 to rally sound bites, there’s a lot of Donald Trump noise. But what can his presidency tell us about his ocean priorities?
Aug 1, 2024


What are Kamala Harris' Ocean Priorities?
Let's take a look at how a Harris presidency might play out for the ocean. Next in this series, we’ll dive into Trump's ocean priorities.
Jul 23, 2024


How a Fishery Management Dispute Curtailed the Power of Federal Agencies
The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) announced several major rulings this week, one of which will have serious implications...
Jun 28, 2024


ESP Team Member Spotlight: Austen Stovall
Austen Stovall is the newest member of Team ESP. She joined us this spring after completing a Sea Grant Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship...
Jun 24, 2024


FY25 President's Budget Request: Drastic Cuts to NOAA Ocean Programs
President Biden released his Fiscal Year 2025 President’s Budget. And spoiler alert: there are definitely winners and losers.
Mar 11, 2024


FY24 Spending Bills Released
House and Senate leaders released a six-bill, $435 billion negotiated FY24 spending package on Sunday afternoon. The bills...
Mar 4, 2024


ESP Advisors Welcomes Spring 2024 Policy Fellows
Welcome aboard to Omisha Manglani and Austen Stovall!
Mar 1, 2024


ESP Advisors: 2023 Wrapped
It was another great year in ocean policy advocacy. We’re proud of the work we did for our clients this year. Let’s unwrap 2023!
Jan 2, 2024


Beyond the Headlines: 6 COP28 Ocean Announcements You Might Have Missed
A lot more than high-level negotiations on climate change happens at COP. Here are six ocean announcements you might have missed.
Dec 14, 2023
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