Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act of 2018

Bill 115 hr 4174, also known as the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act of 2018, is a piece of legislation that aims to improve the use of data and evidence in the decision-making process of the US government. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on November 6, 2017, by Representative Paul Ryan and was signed into law by President Donald Trump on January 14, 2019.

The main goal of the bill is to promote transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in government programs by requiring federal agencies to develop and implement evidence-based policies. This includes establishing a Chief Data Officer within each agency to oversee data management and analysis, as well as creating a Federal Data Strategy to guide the collection and use of data across the government.

Additionally, the bill requires agencies to make their data more accessible to the public, while also protecting individual privacy and confidentiality. It also establishes a Commission on Evidence-Based Policymaking to study and make recommendations on how to improve the use of data in government decision-making. Overall, the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act of 2018 is aimed at modernizing the way the government collects, analyzes, and uses data to inform policy decisions. By promoting evidence-based practices, the bill seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of government programs, ultimately benefiting the American people.