VA FOIA Reform Act of 2021

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 2163 VA FOIA Reform Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/31/2022, 5:26 AM

Congressional Summary of S 2163

VA FOIA Reform Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish and implement a plan for reducing its backlog of requests under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

The VA must request that the Office of Government Information Services of the National Archives and Records Administration conduct an assessment of the VA's compliance with FOIA.

Finally, the VA must submit an annual report on its FOIA compliance efforts and make such reports available on its website.

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Current Status of Bill S 2163

Bill S 2163 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2021. Bill S 2163 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on June 22, 2021. Bill S 2163's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of June 22, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2163

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2163

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Computers and information technology

- Congressional oversight

- Department of Veterans Affairs

- Freedom of information

- Government information and archives

- Government studies and investigations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2163

A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a plan to reduce the backlog of requests for information made to the Department of Veterans Affairs pursuant to section 552 of title 5, United States Code, and for other purposes.

VA FOIA Reform Act of 2021