5=:: :ii. Science Foundation 
Al 1 containment procedures ere endorsed by 5S? . The National 
Science Board vents 5SF to develop its ovn section on procedures; 
however it endorses the other three sections of the Guidelines. 
In . Loris felt the procedures proposed address a majority of the 
concerns raised by Id. Atkinson s letter. In addition, Dr. Levis 
cited concern over the timeliness of 5X3 decisions following SAC 
action rather than vith Sin’s judgment. He would like an appeal 
mechanism for 31 actions by the PI to the SAC. Dr. Fredrickson 
noted the possibility of OKDA. hearing PI complaints against 3Cs 
and providing advice, but not necessarily overturning 3C 
decisions. It vas agreed that it is important for 3Cs to make the 
ultimate decision. 5ST agreed to share registration information 
vith 53 including data on research conducted by small businesses 
funded by the agency. It vas noted that, so far, 5SF has not 
encountered any problems in handling proprietary information. 
Department :f Defense 
DnI reported that, scientifically, it is in agreement vith the PSG 
and can accept the proposed procedural arrangements. In addition, 
DnI will send a formal letter noting its endorsement of the 
Guidelines . 
Department of Energy 
The Guidelines were endorsed by the Del representative. It vas 
noted that Del has no special procedural needs such as those of 5SF 
ant agree = vith the 53 position that in the case of an appeal by a 
PI, the final decision should rest vith the 3C. Ivo issues of 
interest tc Del are 1 hov to get acvioe on 3C composition and 
now to get these 3Cs reviewed and 2. if 53 continues to do the 
primary registration for Dul funded projects, hov to establish 
tetter communications vith 31 A . in order tc keep Del informed. 
Dr. Fredrickson agreed that 3DA will need to work closely vith 
agencies — especially in the development of a national registry. 
5atimal Aeronautics and Space Adminis tration 
Dr. Vinter, representing MaSA . reported satisfaction vith the 
Proposed Revised Guidelines. 
“eterans Administration 
Although I A did net have a representative attending the meeting, 
Dr. Fredrickson outlined the main points raised in their letter and 
suggested the proposed role of the ZAZ in response to VA concerns. 
