E.P.A. Delivers Outline Policy for Ensuring Scientific Integrity / Agency seeking public review

WASHINGTON - The E.P.A. today is releasing its outline Scientific Integrity Policy for public comment. The outline policy reflects the Obama Administration's commitment to the ethical requirements and transparency necessary for ensuring the highest quality science.

The outline Scientific Integrity Policy was developed in response to a December 2010 memorandum from the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. The memorandum charged federal agencies to develop policies in 4 areas: foundations of scientific integrity in government, public communications, use of federal advisory committees, and professional development of government scientists and engineers.

EPA's outline Scientific Integrity Policy was developed by an ad hoc workgroup consisting of senior staff and scientists from the agency's programs and regions. The outline policy addresses the promotion of scientific ethical standards, including quality standards; communications with the public; the use of advisory committees and peer review; and professional development, as well as the roles and responsibilities of a new Scientific Integrity Committee.

Public comments will be taken through September 6. :Public Comments on this outline policy should be sent to [email protected] by September 6, 2011.

EPA's outline Scientific Integrity Policy is accessible at: http://www.epa.gov/stpc/pdfs/draft-scientific-integrity-policy-aug2011.pdf

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