“Open Data – Managing Information as an Asset” (PDF) ist das Dekret Obamas betitelt, das Open Data in den USA (nach meinem Verständnis) zumindest auf Bundesebene zum Standard machen wird.
This Memorandum requires agencies to collect or create information in a way that supports downstream information processing and dissemination activities. This includes using machine readable and open formats, data standards, and common core and extensible metadata for all new information creation and collection efforts. It also includes agencies ensuring information stewardship through the use of open licenses and review of information for privacy, confidentiality, security, or other restrictions to release.