The Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) was established by the National Science and Technology Policy, Organization and Priorities Act of 1976.  OSTP's responsibilities include advising the President in policy formulation and budget development on all questions in which S&T are important elements; articulating the President's S&T policies and programs; and fostering strong partnerships among Federal, State and local governments, and the scientific communities in industry and academe.  The Director of OSTP also serves as Assistant to the President for Science and Technology, and manages the NSTC for the President.