Scientific Integrity Act

Hozzl · 2025-03-07T04:23:21Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1106 Scientific Integrity Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/7/2025, 4:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1106

Bill 119 hr 1106, also known as the Scientific Integrity Act, aims to amend the America COMPETES Act in order to establish specific scientific integrity policies for Federal agencies involved in funding, conducting, or overseeing scientific research. The main goal of this bill is to ensure that scientific research conducted by these agencies is free from political interference and bias.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including the requirement for Federal agencies to develop and implement scientific integrity policies that promote transparency, accountability, and the use of evidence-based decision-making in their research activities. It also calls for the establishment of mechanisms to protect scientists and researchers from retaliation for speaking out about scientific misconduct or political interference.

Additionally, the bill requires Federal agencies to make their scientific research data and findings publicly available, in order to promote transparency and accountability in the scientific community. It also mandates that agencies establish procedures for reviewing and addressing allegations of scientific misconduct, in order to maintain the integrity of the research process. Overall, the Scientific Integrity Act seeks to uphold the principles of scientific integrity and ensure that Federal agencies are conducting research in a fair, unbiased, and transparent manner. By establishing clear policies and procedures for scientific research, this bill aims to promote the credibility and reliability of scientific findings in the United States.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1106

Bill HR 1106 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2025. Bill HR 1106 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 6, 2025. Bill HR 1106's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. as of February 6, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1106

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Total Number of Cosponsors

424

Democrat Cosponsors

420

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1106

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1106

To amend the America COMPETES Act to establish certain scientific integrity policies for Federal agencies that fund, conduct, or oversee scientific research, and for other purposes.To amend the America COMPETES Act to establish certain scientific integrity policies for Federal agencies that fund, conduct, or oversee scientific research, and for other purposes.

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