Comment from MARTINEZ, ROSIE

I support the National Center for Health Statistics Data Detectives Camp because it promotes data literacy and helps students better understand how public health information is collected, analyzed, and used in decision-making. Programs like this can encourage interest in public health, statistics, and government service while helping participants develop critical thinking and research skills. From an administrative law perspective, public understanding of government data collection is important because agencies rely on accurate information to develop regulations and policies. Educational programs that increase transparency and awareness of government data practices can strengthen public trust and encourage informed participation in the regulatory process. I encourage the agency to continue supporting educational initiatives that make public health data more accessible and understandable to students and the general public.