A new rule would emphasize public, peer-reviewed reports in its decision-making, which has scientists concerned about the exclusion of sensitive, private data.

USGS researchers must get approval from the Department of the Interior before speaking to the media.

USGS scientists need approval from a political appointee before they can present research at two big geological conferences.

The new policy affects academic and nonprofit grants and cooperative agreements exceeding $50,000. 

In an effort to split from the Obama administration, EPA replaces scientists from a central advisory board while the Interior department freezes 200 plus advisory groups.