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This bill establishes a legislative committee to comprehensively study and evaluate data sources across all state government departments, with the goal of improving public data accessibility and standardization. The committee will consist of six members (three from the House of Representatives and three from the Senate), who will assess current publicly available data, identify potential additional data that could be made public, and explore standardized data formats. The committee's broad definition of "data" includes spreadsheets, databases, and third-party compiled information, with a focus on understanding what data exists and how it might be effectively shared with the public. Members will receive standard mileage compensation and must elect a chairperson, with the first meeting required within 45 days of the bill's effective date. By November 1, 2025, the committee must submit a comprehensive report with findings and legislative recommendations to key state leadership, including the Speaker of the House, Senate President, House and Senate Clerks, Governor, and State Library. The bill aims to create a systematic approach to government data transparency and accessibility.

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