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National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Modernization Act
5/11/2023, 3:46 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8665
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Modernization Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 8665, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at updating and improving the operations of the National Archives and Records Administration. The bill seeks to modernize NARA's technology infrastructure, improve access to records for the public, and enhance the preservation of important historical documents.
Some key provisions of the NARA Modernization Act include:
1. Updating NARA's technology systems to improve the management and preservation of electronic records. 2. Enhancing public access to records through digitization and online platforms. 3. Improving the security and protection of sensitive government records. 4. Strengthening NARA's ability to respond to records requests in a timely manner. 5. Promoting collaboration and partnerships with other government agencies, institutions, and organizations to further the mission of NARA. Overall, the NARA Modernization Act aims to bring the National Archives and Records Administration into the digital age, ensuring that important historical documents are preserved and accessible to the public for generations to come.
Some key provisions of the NARA Modernization Act include:
1. Updating NARA's technology systems to improve the management and preservation of electronic records. 2. Enhancing public access to records through digitization and online platforms. 3. Improving the security and protection of sensitive government records. 4. Strengthening NARA's ability to respond to records requests in a timely manner. 5. Promoting collaboration and partnerships with other government agencies, institutions, and organizations to further the mission of NARA. Overall, the NARA Modernization Act aims to bring the National Archives and Records Administration into the digital age, ensuring that important historical documents are preserved and accessible to the public for generations to come.
Congressional Summary of HR 8665
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Modernization Act
This bill removes gendered pronouns from the United States Code pertaining to the responsibilities of the Archivist and other senior officials at NARA.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8665
Bill HR 8665 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since December 15, 2022. Bill HR 8665 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on August 5, 2022. Bill HR 8665's most recent activity was Received in the Senate. as of December 15, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8665
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8665
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsPotential Impact Areas
- Government information and archives
- Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8665
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Modernization Act
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Modernization Act
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Modernization Act
To amend title 44, United States Code, to remove pronouns from such title that reference the Archivist, and for other purposes.
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