* FINAL VERSION - Concurred
Resolution:C012
Title:Scientific Integrity and Environmental Policy
Topic:Environment
Committee:09 - National and International Concerns
House of Initial Action:Deputies
Proposer:Diocese of California

Resolved, the House of Bishops concurring, That the 76th General Convention of the Episcopal Church urges that policy decisions affecting the health and well-being of humans and ecosystems must be based on scientifically evaluated data, and any peer-reviewed data; and be it further

Resolved, That the General Convention supports legislative efforts to maintain the highest degree of scientific integrity, including the ability to conduct thorough, independent, peer-reviewed research, and to communicate the findings of that research openly and accurately for the benefit of all.

* Note: The final language, as well as the final status of each resolution, is being reviewed by the General Convention office. The Journal of the 76th General Convention and the Constitution and Canons will be published once the review process has been completed.