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Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 300
Bill 118 hr 300, also known as the Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2023, aims to establish a centralized database for settlement agreements involving federal agencies. The purpose of this database is to increase transparency and accountability in the federal government by making information about these agreements easily accessible to the public.
Under this bill, federal agencies will be required to submit information about settlement agreements to the database, including the parties involved, the terms of the agreement, and the amount of any monetary settlements. This information will be made available to the public online, allowing for greater oversight of how taxpayer dollars are being used in these agreements.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure the protection of sensitive information, such as personal identifying information or trade secrets, that may be included in settlement agreements. Agencies will be required to redact this information before submitting agreements to the database. Overall, the Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2023 aims to promote transparency and accountability in the federal government by creating a centralized database for settlement agreements. This will allow the public to easily access information about these agreements and hold federal agencies accountable for their actions.
Under this bill, federal agencies will be required to submit information about settlement agreements to the database, including the parties involved, the terms of the agreement, and the amount of any monetary settlements. This information will be made available to the public online, allowing for greater oversight of how taxpayer dollars are being used in these agreements.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure the protection of sensitive information, such as personal identifying information or trade secrets, that may be included in settlement agreements. Agencies will be required to redact this information before submitting agreements to the database. Overall, the Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2023 aims to promote transparency and accountability in the federal government by creating a centralized database for settlement agreements. This will allow the public to easily access information about these agreements and hold federal agencies accountable for their actions.
Congressional Summary of HR 300
Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2023
This bill requires executive agencies to submit information regarding settlement agreements to a public database.
Specifically, an agency must submit information regarding any settlement agreement (including a consent decree) entered into by the agency related to an alleged violation of federal law. If an agency determines that information regarding an agreement must remain confidential to protect the public interest, the agency must publish an explanation of why the information is confidential.
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Current Status of Bill HR 300
Bill HR 300 is currently in the status of Passed in House since January 24, 2023. Bill HR 300 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 11, 2023. Bill HR 300's most recent activity was Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 7. as of January 26, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 300
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 300
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsPotential Impact Areas
- Civil actions and liability
- Government information and archives
- Legal fees and court costs
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 300
Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2023
Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2023
Settlement Agreement Information Database Act of 2023
To amend chapter 3 of title 5, United States Code, to require the publication of settlement agreements, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 300
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