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US HR2485

US HR2485
Access to Congressionally Mandated Reports Act


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Introduced
04/13/2021
In Committee
05/13/2021
Crossed Over
07/27/2021
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

AN ACT To require the Director of the Government Publishing Office to establish and maintain a single online portal accessible to the public that allows the public to obtain electronic copies of all congressionally mandated reports, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the Access to Congressionally Mandated Reports Act, requires the Director of the Government Publishing Office to establish and maintain a single online portal accessible to the public that allows the public to obtain electronic copies of all congressionally mandated reports. The bill defines key terms such as "congressionally mandated report," "Federal agency," and "open format." It outlines the requirements and functionalities of the online portal, including the ability to search, sort, and download reports, as well as provisions for handling reports that are not submitted or not in an open format. The bill also establishes responsibilities for federal agencies in submitting reports and providing information, and includes exceptions for withholding certain information or reports.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (23)

Last Action

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (on 07/27/2021)

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