Democrats and Scientists Seek Repeal of Law on Open Records for Grants

While Democrats in Congress and scientists last week sought to repeal a 1998 law that opened up researchers' files to the public, Republicans argued that simply fixing language in the law should allay any concerns.

A debate over the law came at a hearing last week of the House Committee on Government Reform's Subcommittee on Government Management, Information, and Technology. The panel collected testimony on proposed Democratic

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