; (B) be consistent with existing Federal laws, including chapter 18 of title 35, United States Code (commonly known as the Bayh-Dole Act ); and (C) take into consideration the policies of peer-reviewed scientific journals in which Federal scientists may currently publish findings. . 6. Scientific integrity policies (a) In general Section 1009 of the America COMPETES Act ( 42 U.S.C. 6620 ) is amended by striking subsection (b) and inserting the following: (b) Scientific integrity policies Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of the Scientific Integrity Act , the head of each Federal agency that funds or conducts scientific research shall— (1) develop and enforce a scientific integrity policy, including procedures, regarding the release of data and findings to other agencies, policymakers, and the public of research conducted by a scientist employed or contracted by that Federal agency; and (2) submit the scientific integrity policy to the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy and Congress. (c) Requirements A scientific integrity policy under subsection (b) shall— (1) be consistent with the principles established under subsection (a); (2) specifically address what is and what is not permitted or recommended under that policy, including procedures; (3) be specifically designed for the Federal agency; (4) be applied uniformly throughout the Federal agency; and (5) be widely communicated and readily accessible to the public and all employees and contractors of the Federal agency. (d) Contents At a minimum, each scientific integrity policy under subsection (b) shall ensure that— (1) the scientific conclusions and personnel actions regarding scientists are not made based on political considerations; (2) the selection and retention of candidates for science and technology positions in the Federal agency are based primarily on the candidate's expertise, scientific credentials, experience, and integrity