SSA Public Policy Statements

These are the official statements as approved by the Board of Directors, with the support of the Government Relations Committee:

Prior Public Statements

In 2006, SSA issued this statement jointly with EERI to commemorate the anniversary of the Great San Francisco Earthquake of 1906, which led to the founding of the Society.

Congressional Outreach

SSA’s ongoing advocacy efforts encourage Congress to support science-driven policies and seek to elevate the role of research in addressing national challenges, including these recent letters:

  • NVEWS Outreach: 4 June 2025, to the The Honorable Nick Begich
  • NEHRP Outreach: 4 June 2025, to The Honorable David Valadao and The Honorable Jim Costa