This regulation sets out the rights of the government and organizations contracting with the government to data developed under federal contracts and data developed at private expense. This will facilitate the use of the public of such data and promote research, both public and private, through a uniform policy.
US Code:
10 USC 2320
Name of Law: Rights in Technical Data
PL:
Pub.L. 98 - 577 203
Name of Law: Validation of Proprietary Data Restrictions
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.