These discussions ultimately led to the development of certain regulations and guidelines, which evolved into the code of practice by which all those involved in clinical research now work. This code is known as International Conference on Harmonisation of Good Clinical Practice
A signing statement is a written pronouncement issued by the President of the United States upon the signing of a bill into law. They are usually printed along with the bill in United States Code Congressional and Administrative News (USCCAN).
The purpose of the signing statement varies. The three most common purposes (as identified in this report) are: Rhetorical: To point out positive or negative aspects of the bill and how they fit in with the administrationâs views.