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Reducing Information Control Designations Act

4/7/2025, 3:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1323

Bill 111 HR 1323, also known as the Reducing Information Control Designations Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address concerns regarding the classification of information by government agencies.

The bill aims to establish a process for the review and declassification of information that has been designated as classified by government agencies. It seeks to ensure that information is classified only when necessary for national security reasons and that the classification process is transparent and accountable.

Additionally, the Reducing Information Control Designations Act includes provisions for the establishment of an independent oversight board to review classification decisions and ensure that they are in line with established guidelines. This board would have the authority to recommend the declassification of information that is no longer deemed sensitive or necessary to be classified. Overall, the goal of Bill 111 HR 1323 is to promote greater transparency and accountability in the classification of information by government agencies, while also ensuring that national security interests are protected. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo revisions before being voted on.

Current Status of Bill HR 1323

Bill HR 1323 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 5, 2009. Bill HR 1323 was introduced during Congress 111 and was introduced to the House on March 5, 2009.  Bill HR 1323's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of March 18, 2009

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1323

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1323

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

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