Electronic Message Preservation Act of 2015

Bill 114 hr 2319, also known as the Electronic Message Preservation Act of 2015, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the issue of preserving electronic messages for historical and archival purposes. The bill sought to ensure that electronic messages, such as emails and text messages, sent and received by government officials are properly archived and retained.

The Electronic Message Preservation Act of 2015 proposed that government agencies establish policies and procedures for the preservation of electronic messages, including guidelines for the capture, management, and storage of such messages. The bill also called for the designation of a senior official within each agency to oversee compliance with these preservation requirements.

Additionally, the bill required that electronic messages be preserved in a format that is searchable, retrievable, and accessible for historical and archival purposes. It emphasized the importance of maintaining transparency and accountability in government communications by ensuring that electronic messages are properly archived and retained. Overall, the Electronic Message Preservation Act of 2015 aimed to modernize and standardize the preservation of electronic messages within government agencies, in order to safeguard important records and promote transparency in government operations.