Data Quality Act

Scientific data and governmental policy go hand in hand. Whether it's arsenic, global warming or nuclear weapons, most policies can hang their hats on at least some evidence. Now a little-known bill is requiring that the government ensures its data meet certain standards before being shared with the public. Brooke talks with Alan Morrison of the Public Citizen Litigation Group, and James Tozzi of the Center for Regulatory Effectiveness.

Artist: Menahem Pressler - piano, Isodore Cohen - violin, Bernard Greenhouse - cello, Walter Trampler - viola; Song: Brahms C minor Piano Quartet, Op. 60, 2nd Movement (end); Album: Brahms Complete Chamber Music; Label: Philips Classic

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