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Evidence-Based Policymaking Commission Act of 2015
4/7/2025, 2:53 PM
Summary of Bill S 991
Bill 114 s 991, also known as the Evidence-Based Policymaking Commission Act of 2015, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of establishing a commission to promote the use of evidence-based research in the development of public policy. The bill was sponsored by Senator Patty Murray and co-sponsored by Senator Paul Ryan.
The commission created by this bill would be tasked with conducting a comprehensive review of the current practices and policies related to the use of evidence in decision-making by federal agencies. The commission would also be responsible for identifying ways to improve the collection, analysis, and dissemination of data to inform policy decisions.
The bill emphasizes the importance of using rigorous research and data analysis to ensure that government programs and policies are effective and efficient. By promoting evidence-based policymaking, the commission aims to improve the outcomes of federal programs and ultimately save taxpayer dollars. Overall, Bill 114 s 991 seeks to establish a framework for incorporating evidence-based research into the policymaking process, with the goal of improving the effectiveness and efficiency of government programs. The bill has received bipartisan support and is seen as a positive step towards promoting data-driven decision-making in Congress.
The commission created by this bill would be tasked with conducting a comprehensive review of the current practices and policies related to the use of evidence in decision-making by federal agencies. The commission would also be responsible for identifying ways to improve the collection, analysis, and dissemination of data to inform policy decisions.
The bill emphasizes the importance of using rigorous research and data analysis to ensure that government programs and policies are effective and efficient. By promoting evidence-based policymaking, the commission aims to improve the outcomes of federal programs and ultimately save taxpayer dollars. Overall, Bill 114 s 991 seeks to establish a framework for incorporating evidence-based research into the policymaking process, with the goal of improving the effectiveness and efficiency of government programs. The bill has received bipartisan support and is seen as a positive step towards promoting data-driven decision-making in Congress.
Current Status of Bill S 991
Bill S 991 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 16, 2015. Bill S 991 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on April 16, 2015. Bill S 991's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 244. as of October 1, 2015
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 991
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 991
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 991
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