To amend title 44, United States Code, to reform the management of Federal records, and for other purposes.
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ReportedReported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Mr. Peters (for himself and Mr. Cornyn) introduced the following …
Mr. Peters (for himself and Mr. Cornyn) introduced the following …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Strengthens federal records preservation requirements for electronic messaging including social media. Requires forwarding of non-official messaging to official accounts within 20 days.
Who Benefits and How
Government transparency improved through better records preservation. FOIA requesters gain access to more complete records. Historical record of government action preserved.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal employees must forward personal messaging records. Agencies implement new records controls. Non-compliant employees face accountability.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits deleting records from non-official accounts before copying
- Requires forwarding to official account within 20 days
- Covers social media and digital platforms
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Reforms federal records management for electronic messaging including social media
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Improve electronic records preservation"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "archivist"
- → Archivist of the United States
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