November 30, 2010
ANSI Congressional Standards Update
ANSI Congressional Standards Updateis a monthly, electronic newsletter produced and distributed free of charge to members of Congress and their staff by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).For a complete listing of ANSI news and events, please visit our website,ANSI Online.
HEADLINES
A summary of this issue’s top stories
ANSI-HSSP Plenary Sets Path for U.S.–European Collaboration on Homeland Security Standardization
The recent parcel-bomb plot targeting the U.S. has underscored the need for cooperation on standards-based solutions to support the safety of citizens worldwide. On November 9-10, the ANSI Homeland Security Standards Panel set a path for U.S.–European collaboration on homeland security standardization systems.
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ANSI-HSSP Releases Report on Emergency Preparedness for Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs
The ANSI-HSSP has released a final workshop report outlining recommendations for the timely development of standards to support more effective emergency preparedness for all. The report consolidates findings from a series of workshops examining the standards and codes needed for reducing barriers to accessibility.
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Cybersecurity Expert Melissa Hathaway Discusses Best Practices and Policy Issues at ANSI Caucus
ANSI invited cybersecurity expert Melissa Hathaway to serve as the featured guest speaker at the Institute’s Caucus Luncheon on November 12. Ms. Hathaway discussed recent developments in cybersecurity policy and addressed the potential challenges of an overarching policy emerging from Congress in the next two years.
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European Parliament Approves Report on the Future of European Standardization
The European Parliament has approved the Report on the Future of European Standardization – a document aimed at setting a strategic approach for the future of European standards activities.
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Call for Comments on Proposed Procedural Revisions to ANS Process
ANSI has announced proposed procedural revisions to the American National Standards (ANS) process for public review and comment by December 6, 2010.
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ANSI Washington, DC, Headquarters Reopens at New Address
ANSI is pleased to announce that its Washington, DC, headquarters opened its new and improved doors today at 1899 L Street, NW. The Institute’s New York City operations office remains at its current location at 25 West 43rd Street.
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ANSI Mourns the Loss of Maureen Breitenberg
Friends, members, staff, and colleagues of ANSI mourn the loss of Maureen Breitenberg, a valued member of the standards and conformity assessment community. Ms. Breitenberg passed away on November 21, 2010.
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People on the Move
People on the Move spotlights trailblazers in standardization, highlighting their latest achievements, advancements, and contributions to the standards community. In this issue: Stephen P. Jacobs and William Niedzwiecki.
Did You Know?
Did You Know? offers a quick look at the broad scope of activities underway within the ANSI Federation, highlighting the people and initiatives making waves in standardization. In this issue: Toy Industry AssociationAnnounces TOTY 2011 Nominees and Hall of Fame Inductees; NSF International Releases American National Standard for Sustainable Wall Coverings; ICC Accepting Applications for Committee to Develop American National Standard for Irrigation Sprinklers.
SOCIAL MEDIA
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PUBLICATIONS
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Change Is Built on a Foundation of Strength
This document targeting Congress and members of the new administration outlines the benefits and contributions of the U.S. standards and conformance system and its use of a consensus-based, public-private partnership model.
Overview of the U.S. Standardization System
This document will provide a greater understanding of the U.S. voluntary consensus standards and conformity assessment infrastructure.
United States Standards Strategy
The USSS establishes a framework to advance trade issues in the global marketplace, enhance consumer health and safety, and further U.S. viewpoints in the regional and international arena.
National Conformity Assessment Principles for the United States
This document articulates principles for conformity assessment activities in the United States.
2009-2010 Annual Report
This year's annual report, Solutions through Collaboration, describes how ANSI and its Federation of members have continued to use the power of collaboration to develop solutions for economic growth, innovation, and global priorities, fortifying the U.S. marketplace position in the global economy through standards-based solutions to national and global priorities.
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