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consults and advises on the implementation of standards for all Center projects; coordinates the review and adjudication process for publications and other Center products; and coordinated the revision of the NCES Statistical Standards. The Program also monitors and administers confidentiality procedures and related restricted-use data licenses for Center data products. In addition, the Statistical Standards Program consults and advises on emerging statistical issues and initiates, monitors or participates in long-term statistical and methodological research projects.</p> </div>   <br> </div> </div> <div style="clear: both;">  </div> <ies-footer></ies-footer> </div>  </body> </html>

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Statistical Standards Program - Overview