WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Sen. Mark R. Warner issued the following press release:
U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) joined a group of 20 senators in introducing legislation to protect public scientific research and reports from the influence of political and special interests.
"Nonpartisan science is critical to innovative R&D, medical research advancement, and our nation's competitive edge," said Sen. Warner. "As we continue to see independent federal agencies be attacked by the Trump administration, I'm proud to sponsor this legislation that will strengthen safeguards to protect science agencies from political tampering."
The Scientific Integrity Act will:
1. Formalize and reinforce policies that require federal agencies that conduct or fun...