Presidential memorandum on consistent application of how Rensselaer is represented to all of its audiences and stakeholders.

To comply with the federal Honest Leadership and Open Government Act of 2007, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is required to file quarterly lobbying reports and must certify that employees are aware of the rules of the House and Senate regarding gifts and travel.

The Rensselaer name and its associated seals, marks, and symbols symbolize the high caliber of the Institute’s faculty, staff, and students and convey the quality and breadth of the Institute’s accomplishments. Rensselaer’s name and marks are valuable assets of the Institute. Faculty, students, and staff share in the benefits associated with the Institute’s name and marks, and therefore also share responsibilities concerning their use.

The New York State Lobbying Act (Chapter 1040, Laws of 1981 and as subsequently amended) requires registration and regular reporting on lobbying activities to the New York State Joint Commission on Public Ethics (JCOPE).

The Rensselaer Brand in Action Guidelines support the many ways that Rensselaer is The New Polytechnic in advance of the Institute's 200th anniversary in 2024.

Use of these policies and standards will serve to promote and maintain Institute identity, consistency, and accuracy and currency. Rensselaer seeks compliance with its Web standards across all websites officially associated with the Institute.