To modify the Freedom of Information Act, and for other purposes.
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Summary
What This Bill Does
The bill requires FOIA requests Section 552 of title 5, United States Code, is amended— in subsection (a)— in paragraph (3)(A), by inserting or paragraph (9) after subparagraph (E). It relies on definition changes, reporting requirements, compliance mandates, and exemptions. The main policy areas are Environmental Groups, Finance, Environment, and Civil Rights.
Who Benefits and How
Researchers and scientific institutions affected by the bill could face lower compliance burdens, Immigrants, asylum seekers, and border communities affected by the bill could face lower compliance burdens, and Environmental and public health interests affected by the bill could face lower compliance burdens.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause would take on compliance duties.
Key Provisions
- Requires FOIA requests Section 552 of title 5, United States Code, is amended— in subsection (a)— in paragraph (3)(A), by inserting or paragraph (9) after subparagraph (E).
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
The bill requires FOIA requests Section 552 of title 5, United States Code, is amended— in subsection (a)— in paragraph (3)(A), by inserting or paragraph (9) after subparagraph (E).
Key Policy Areas
Environmental Groups, Finance, Environment, Civil Rights
Primary Purpose
The bill requires FOIA requests Section 552 of title 5, United States Code, is amended— in subsection (a)— in paragraph (3)(A), by inserting or paragraph (9) after subparagraph (E).
Policy Domains
Whole bill
Identified Gains
- Researchers and scientific institutions affected by the bill
- Immigrants, asylum seekers, and border communities affected by the bill
- Environmental and public health interests affected by the bill
- Businesses and employers affected by the bill
Identified Costs
- Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause
Sponsors
Marco Rubio
R-FL | Primary Sponsor
Legislative Progress
IntroducedMr. Rubio (for himself and Mr. Cotton) introduced the following …
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