Forwarded from another list, of possible interest.

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From: Ann Shumelda Okerson <[log in to unmask]>
From: Steve Gillen <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Tue, Aug 27, 2013 at 8:54 AM

“In response to [a directive from the White House Office of Science
and Technology Policy (OSTP)], a number of publishing organizations
are collaboratively developing the Clearinghouse for the Open Research
of the United States (CHORUS), with support from the Association of
American Publishers. . . . More than 70 organizations representing all
segments of scholarly publishing and service providers have joined as
signatories. Its Proof of Concept will be released on August 30 and a
Pilot will be underway by the end of September.”

http://www.stm-publishing.com/aap-releases-statement-on-ostp-deadline-for-federal-agencies-public-access-plans/