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January 10, 2022

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ANSI Announces Virtual-Only Meetings through February 28, 2022

All meetings and conferences hosted by ANSI, the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), and Workcred will be held virtually through February 28, 2022.

ANSI Releases December Edition of Government Relations and Public Policy Monthly Update

The report is part of the Institute’s ongoing efforts to empower ANSI members with information on the federal and Congressional developments impacting industry and the standardization community. Headlines in this issue:

  • CISA Announces the First Members of its New Cybersecurity Advisory Committee
  • Executive Order on Carbon Neutrality Issued
  • Utilities Join Forces to Build Out EV Charging Network
  • 5G Deployment Concerns Remain in the Aviation Sector

ANSI COVID-19 Member Update: FTC Shares Guidelines to Avoid Fake Tests, NIST Advances Optical Microscopes to Study Airborne Viruses, and More

The ANSI Federation and standardization community are stepping up with guidance, resources, and initiatives to support public health and safety and the nation's recovery. In this issue: 

  • FTC Releases News: How to Avoid Buying Fake COVID Tests Online
  • NIST Scientists Boost Accuracy of Optical Microscopes Used to Study Airborne Viruses
  • Mayo Clinic MD Clears Up Confusion about Vaccinations and Boosters

U.S. Feedback Wanted: Low-Carbon Hydrogen International Standard

As the U.S. has significant experience in relation to hydrogen production, technology, and policies, ANSI encourages relevant U.S. stakeholders to respond to an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) survey focused on the feasibility and value of developing an international standard on the production of low-carbon hydrogen. Survey responses are due by January 17, 2022

Supporting the Next Generation of Standards Leaders: Q&A with Carrie Schmaus, Chair of the Young and Emerging Professionals Committee

ANSI recently spoke with Carrie Schmaus, technology manager, U.S. Department of Energy, about her time and experiences as part of the USNC Young and Emerging Professionals (YEP) Committee and her involvement in the recently launched USNC Professional Mentoring Program.

Reminder: Revisions to the 2019 ANSI International Procedures Available for Public Comment

Respond by January 14, 2022. The revisions are intended to clarify and update the current (2019) edition of the ANSI Procedures for U.S. Participation in the International Standards Activities of ISO (ANSI International Procedures). 

Temporary Outage of IT Services Planned for January 15 Data Center Move

As part of ongoing efforts to continually enhance technology operations, ANSI has planned a data center move for Saturday, January 15, 2022, from approximately 5:00 a.m. ET through 11:59 p.m. ET.

People on the Move

People on the Move highlights the career advancements of high-level trail-blazers working professionally in diverse areas of standardization, contributing every day to the strength and success of the U.S. standards and conformance community. In this issue:

  • RSNA has announced that Linda Moy will become the new editor of its journal Radiology
  • The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has appointed Aaron Blom as its technical training specialist.
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This Week in Standards Development

Review the latest domestic and international standards proposals, documents for public comment, new initiatives, and other opportunities for U.S. stakeholders to get involved.

 

 

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ANSI Member Updates

Keep current with news bites from ANSI members (submissions are welcome!), including free resources and recent achievements of interest to the standardization community. See the newest updates from ECCMA, Energy Systems Integration Group, the Marketing Accountability Standards Board, National Association of Manufacturers, Student & Youth Travel Association, and more.

 

 

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Standards Spotlight

ANSI strives to increase the visibility of standards by highlighting their real-world application and impact on everyday life. In case you missed it, read a recent post: Standards Help Wine and Dine as the Restaurant Industry Adapts to Meet Customer Expectations

 

 

 

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This week’s Federal Register notices of potential interest …

Standards Related Notices from the U.S. Federal Register, January 3-7, 2022

Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993

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Standards Action, January 7, 2022

ANSI’s key public review vehicle enables effective participation in the standards development process.

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Released during World Standards Week 2021, the report details key ANSI and affiliate initiatives over the past year, as well as activities on the horizon. 

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United States Standards Strategy (USSS)

Updated in 2020, the United States Standards Strategy provides a vision for the future of the U.S. standards system to support U.S. competitiveness, innovation, health and safety, and global trade.

 

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The United States Conformity Assessment Principles articulates how U.S. conformity assessment activities foster confidence while avoiding the creation of unnecessary barriers to trade.

 

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