Number: RL30376
Title: PUBLIC ACCESS TO DATA FROM FEDERALLY FUNDED RESEARCH: OMB CIRCULAR A-110 AND ISSUES FOR CONGRESS
Authors: Eric A. Fischer and Genevieve J. Knezo, Resources, Science, and Industry Division 
Abstract: This report examines issues associated with the provision known as the Shelby amendment in P.L. 105-277 to make data from federally funded research available to the public through the procedures established under the Freedom of Information Act. It discusses the context of the legislation, including previous rules, the development by the Office of Management and Budget of revisions to OMB Circular A-110 required by the statute; issues that it raises for Congress; and related legislative activities, including H.R. 88.
Pages: 37
Date: Updated November 18, 1999