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US S2838

US S2838
Access to Congressionally Mandated Reports Act


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Introduced
09/23/2021
In Committee
11/03/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To require the Director of the Government Publishing Office to establish and maintain an online portal accessible to the public that allows the public to obtain electronic copies of all congressionally mandated reports in one place, 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 an online portal where the public can access electronic copies of all congressionally mandated reports in one place. The bill defines a "congressionally mandated report" as a report required by statute to be submitted to Congress or its committees, with some exceptions for certain national security and intelligence reports. The bill outlines the requirements for the online portal, including the ability to search and download reports, and the responsibilities of federal agencies to submit their reports to the portal within a specified timeframe. The bill also includes provisions for withholding information that is exempt from public disclosure and for congressional leadership to have access to the reports.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 363. (on 05/05/2022)

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