FedStats
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FedStats (FCSM), now defunct and replaced by various agency-specific data portals, was an initiative of the Federal Committee on Statistical Methodology (FCSM) that provided a centralized access point for statistics from over 100 U.S. federal agencies. The platform was designed to make federal data more accessible for public, academic, and governmental use.
Mission
FedStats aimed to simplify the process of finding and using federal statistical data, promoting transparency, and aiding in informed decision-making across various sectors. It served as an aggregator of statistics on topics ranging from economics and health to education and the environment.
Parent organization
The parent organization for FedStats was the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), with FedStats being an initiative under the Federal Committee on Statistical Methodology (FCSM).
Legislation
There is no specific legislation cited for the creation of FedStats; it was an initiative within the scope of OMB's responsibilities to coordinate federal statistical policy.
Partners
FedStats did not have formal partners but worked in conjunction with all federal statistical agencies contributing data.
Number of employees
The number of employees specifically for FedStats is not known as it was not a standalone agency but an interagency initiative.
Organization structure
- FCSM oversaw the project, with representatives from various federal statistical agencies forming its structure.
- No specific sub-organizations were associated with FedStats, but it was managed through the collaborative efforts of the FCSM.
List of programs
- Data aggregation from federal agencies
- Statistical data portal maintenance
Last total enacted budget
No specific budget was allocated to FedStats as it was part of broader governmental statistical activities.
Leader
The leadership was under the FCSM Chair, who rotated among member agencies.
Services provided
FedStats provided services like a search engine for federal statistics, links to statistical publications, and data from numerous federal agencies. It allowed users to find, compare, and utilize data for research, policy analysis, or educational purposes.
Regulations overseen
FedStats did not oversee regulations but was involved in ensuring the quality, accessibility, and usability of federal statistical data as per the guidelines of the OMB.
Headquarters address
The address for the FCSM, which managed FedStats, is within the OMB's office, but not publicly listed.
Website
FedStats.gov is now defunct; however, data can be accessed through individual agency websites like:
External links
- No direct link as FedStats is defunct, but for current federal statistics: