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To reduce the amount made available to the National Archives and Records Administration unless certain backlogs of the Administration are resolved, and for other purposes.

12/29/2022, 11:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7616

Bill 117 hr 7616, also known as the National Archives Backlog Reduction Act, aims to address the backlog of records at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). The bill proposes to reduce the amount of funding allocated to NARA unless specific backlogs within the Administration are resolved.

The bill highlights the importance of efficiently managing and preserving historical records for future generations. It emphasizes the need for NARA to prioritize the reduction of backlogs in order to ensure timely access to important documents and information.

If passed, the bill would require NARA to develop a plan to address and eliminate backlogs within a specified timeframe. It also includes provisions for reporting on the progress made in reducing backlogs and ensuring accountability within the Administration. Overall, the National Archives Backlog Reduction Act seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of NARA in managing its records and fulfilling its mission of preserving and providing access to the nation's historical documents.

Congressional Summary of HR 7616

This bill reduces the amount made available to the National Archives and Records Administration unless it processes and resolves before October 1, 2022, a personnel records backlog of 600,000 requests.

Current Status of Bill HR 7616

Bill HR 7616 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 28, 2022. Bill HR 7616 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 28, 2022.  Bill HR 7616's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of April 28, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7616

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
30
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
30
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7616

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7616

To reduce the amount made available to the National Archives and Records Administration unless certain backlogs of the Administration are resolved, and for other purposes.
To reduce the amount made available to the National Archives and Records Administration unless certain backlogs of the Administration are resolved, and for other purposes.

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