Nick Hart, PhD

Looking for a way to take action on the OPRE restructuring -- join our sign-on letter here: datafoundation.org/news/advocacy/…

"The decision to gut OPRE is a devastating blow to children, families, and communities across America." -- Joint statement from the Data Foundation and Results for American about decision to reduce office that supports scaling what works for child welfare, child support, head start, foster care and more. "Eliminating the ability to study what works does not make the government more efficient—it makes the government blind. Without evidence, policymakers cannot distinguish between programs that help families and programs that fail them." We call on Secretary Kennedy and the Administration to reconsider this decision-- Full statement here: datafoundation.org/news/press-rel…

ACF’s Office of Planning, Research & Evaluation helps us understand what works – and what doesn’t – to support children & families. Gutting @OPRE_ACF would set back efforts to wisely invest taxpayer dollars. 🔗Read our statement w/ the @data_foundation: bit.ly/3On7jDJ

The Data Foundation and @Results4America have learned that HHS has decided to drastically restructure and effectively dismantle the Office of Planning, Research, and Evaluation (OPRE) at the Administration for Children and Families.

Don't Let Government Hoard Boardwalk: Why Open Data Needs Market Signals hubs.li/Q040cvLq0 Written by @nickrhart of @data_foundation

In a replay from 2017, Rep. Virginia Foxx Foxx (R) says: "Do any of you know about the Commission on Evidence-Based Policymaking? This has gotta be one of the best things that's been done in the federal government in 50 years." youtube.com/watch?v=SbazmJ…

Here's a helpful reminder--in musical form--that nominations are open now through January 31 for the People's Data 100, an initiative to identify the national datasets providing the greatest value to Americans. youtu.be/_9DoZaBAXjQ?si… via @YouTube

Great to see data infrastructure featured prominently in the new Trump Administration President's Management Agenda priorities announced today. The commitments to eliminate data silos, reduce duplication, and leverage AI for efficiency reflect principles we've worked on for years. The tension worth watching: The PMA demands accountability and results—but measuring those results requires protecting the very data systems that enable verification. datafoundation.org/news/press-rel…

The Financial Data Transparency Act isn't just about compliance. It's building the data foundation for future AI systems. Learn how Standard Business Reporting principles can turn regulatory burden into strategic advantage: buff.ly/WXoYs0m @DFINSolutions @dangelo_mpd

Check out my latest article: Building America's National Data Ecosystem: Three Essential Federal Roles (A Thanksgiving Reflection) linkedin.com/pulse/building… via @LinkedIn

"America's #AI leadership depends not just on having the most data, but on having the right data, used responsibly, with clear purpose and strong governance." forbes.com/councils/forbe… @ForbesTechCncl

Digital Hygiene Habits That Strengthen Business And Personal Security hubs.li/Q03TFgm50 from @icerideshare @omadaidentity @nickrhart @dogtownmedia @cypherpunkx @Wissen_Infotech @benjamin1claeys @thedougshannon and more

📢 Federal agencies publish evidence plans, evaluation reports, and data governance guidance across dozens of websites. There's no centralized place to find it all. We're changing that with the Evidence Act Hub. Join our webinar to learn more: buff.ly/Ohh8IfJ

📣 Which national datasets deliver the greatest value to the American people? We want your input. Our new People's Data 100 initiative combines broad community input with expert evaluation to answer this question systematically. Here's how it works 🧵

🏆 Announcing the 2025 Datum Award recipients! These federal leaders are driving data and evidence initiatives that deliver real results for Americans. Join us in celebrating their work 🧵

UPDATE: Our webinar on the Evidence Act's Public Trust Rule, which is co-hosted by @theNASEM, has confirmed speakers, including Katharine Abraham, the chair of The National Academies' Committee on National Statistics. Register👉 buff.ly/XXxfXo9

Open Access summary of impacts here: #heading=h.77rad1kt5roi" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">docs.google.com/document/d/1nx…

Data Foundation tracking Oct 10 RIF impacts: ~4,300 fed employees affected. Major impacts at CDC/NCHS vital records, IRS IT/HR, SAMHSA, ACF, & more. Share info on data infrastructure impacts: impact@datafoundation.org or safe-track.org (anonymous) #OpenData

Today is the anniversary of the Public Trust rule under the #EvidenceAct — our statement — linkedin.com/posts/nickrhar…

🧵1/ Today marks 1 year since OMB finalized the Public Trust Rule—a key regulation under the Evidence Act signed by President Trump. The rule codifies 4 fundamental responsibilities for federal statistical agencies that produce data Americans rely on every day.