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Memoranda from Administrator Jackson
Scientific Integrity (May 9, 2009)
On March 9, President Obama issued a Memorandum on Scientific Integrity underscoring that the “public must be able to trust the science and scientific process informing public policy decisions.” The public health and environmental laws that Congress has enacted depend on rigorous adherence to the best available science. That is why, when I became Administrator, I pledged to uphold values of scientific integrity every day.
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Transparency in EPA's Operations (April 23, 2009)
In my testimony before the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works and in my January 23, 2009, memorandum to all employees, I expressed my commitment to uphold the values of transparency and openness in conducting EPA operations. President Obama recently said in a memorandum to agency heads: “Transparency promotes accountability and provides information for citizens about what their Government is doing. Information maintained by the Federal Government is a national asset.” I am asking each one of you to help me ensure EPA operates in full compliance with this principle.
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Opening message to employees (January 23, 2009)
I can think of no higher calling or privilege than rejoining EPA as your Administrator. I am grateful and humbled that President Obama has given me this honor. With his election and with my appointment, President Obama has dramatically changed the face of American environmentalism. With your help, we can now change the face of the environment as well.
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