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US HR5253

Office of Government Information Services Empowerment Act of 2018


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Introduced
03/13/2018
In Committee
03/15/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

115th Congress

Bill Summary

Office of Government Information Services Empowerment Act of 2018

AI Summary

This bill, the Office of Government Information Services Empowerment Act of 2018, amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to require federal agencies to provide any requested records to the Director of the Office of Government Information Services (OGIS) for the purpose of carrying out OGIS's duties. OGIS is an office within the National Archives and Records Administration that mediates disputes between FOIA requesters and agencies and reviews agencies' FOIA policies, procedures, and compliance.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote. (on 03/15/2018)

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