INFORMS Act

The INFORMS Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 7227, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving transparency and accountability in government decision-making processes. The bill seeks to establish a new office within the General Services Administration (GSA) called the Office of the Chief Data Officer (OCDO). This office would be responsible for overseeing the collection, management, and dissemination of data across federal agencies.

The INFORMS Act also includes provisions for the creation of a Federal Data Strategy Board, which would be tasked with developing and implementing a comprehensive data strategy for the federal government. This board would be composed of representatives from various federal agencies and would work to ensure that data is used effectively to inform policy decisions and improve government operations.

Additionally, the bill includes requirements for federal agencies to publish data inventories and data governance plans, as well as to establish data ethics and privacy policies. The goal of these provisions is to promote greater transparency and accountability in the use of data by the federal government. Overall, the INFORMS Act aims to modernize and streamline data management practices within the federal government in order to improve decision-making processes and enhance public trust in government institutions.