Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2023

Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2023

This bill requires executive agencies to submit information regarding settlement agreements to a public database.

Specifically, an agency must submit information regarding any settlement agreement (including a consent decree) entered into by the agency related to an alleged violation of federal law. If an agency determines that information regarding an agreement must remain confidential to protect the public interest, the agency must publish an explanation of why the information is confidential.

Bill 118 hr 300, also known as the Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2023, aims to establish a centralized database for settlement agreements involving federal agencies. The purpose of this database is to increase transparency and accountability in the federal government by making information about these agreements easily accessible to the public.

Under this bill, federal agencies will be required to submit information about settlement agreements to the database, including the parties involved, the terms of the agreement, and the amount of any monetary settlements. This information will be made available to the public online, allowing for greater oversight of how taxpayer dollars are being used in these agreements.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure the protection of sensitive information, such as personal identifying information or trade secrets, that may be included in settlement agreements. Agencies will be required to redact this information before submitting agreements to the database. Overall, the Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2023 aims to promote transparency and accountability in the federal government by creating a centralized database for settlement agreements. This will allow the public to easily access information about these agreements and hold federal agencies accountable for their actions.