What does Preamble of Scientific Integrity Act do?

This bill proposes amendments to the America COMPETES Act. The proposed changes aim to establish scientific integrity policies for Federal agencies. These policies would apply to agencies that fund, conduct, or oversee scientific research.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Scientific Integrity Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Scientific Integrity Act.

What does SENSE OF CONGRESS. of Scientific Integrity Act do?

This section expresses the sense of Congress regarding the role of science in public policy. It emphasizes the importance of public trust in science and the need for science to be free from political, ideological, and financial influences. The section highlights the necessity of policies ensuring the integrity of publicly funded science. Federal agencies are directed to prevent the suppression or distortion of scientific data and findings. It affirms the First Amendment right of citizens to petition the government and the protection of this right under 5 U.S.C. § 7211.

What does AMENDMENT TO AMERICA COMPETES ACT. of Scientific Integrity Act do?

This section amends Section 1009 of the America COMPETES Act (42 U.S.C. 6620). Covered agencies must adopt and enforce a scientific integrity policy within 90 days of the Scientific Integrity Act's enactment, subject to Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) approval. The scientific integrity policy must prohibit scientific misconduct, including suppressing findings and intimidating individuals. It must also allow covered individuals to disseminate findings through various channels, subject to existing law. The policy must ensure scientific conclusions are not based on political considerations and that personnel actions are based on expertise. Each covered agency must appoint a Scientific Integrity Officer within 90 days of enactment. Annual reports detailing complaints and policy changes must be publicly posted. The Office of Science and Technology Policy will collate information and convene Scientific Integrity Officers to discuss best practices.

What does EXISTING POLICIES; CLARIFICATION. of Scientific Integrity Act do?

This section addresses existing scientific integrity policies within covered agencies. A covered agency's pre-existing scientific integrity policy can satisfy the requirements of this Act's amendments. To qualify, the agency head must make a written determination of satisfaction and submit it, along with the policy, to the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy for review and approval. This Act clarifies that it does not affect the application of United States copyright law. The term 'covered agency' is defined by reference to section 1009 of the America COMPETES Act.

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Scientific Integrity Act

Last updated: 2/6/2025 · Introduced: 2/6/2025

Author: Paul Tonko (D-NY)

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The Scientific Integrity Act amends the America COMPETES Act to require federal agencies that fund, conduct, or oversee scientific research to adopt and enforce scientific integrity policies within 90 days of enactment.
These policies must prohibit scientific misconduct, ensure scientific conclusions are not politically influenced, and allow for the dissemination of findings through various channels.
Each covered agency must appoint a Scientific Integrity Officer and publicly post annual reports detailing complaints and policy changes, with the Office of Science and Technology Policy coordinating these efforts.

119th Congressin committeeS. 4545(In Committee)Official page

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