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UAP Transparency Act
3/12/2025, 2:38 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1187
Bill 119 hr 1187, also known as the "Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Transparency Act," aims to require the release of all documents, reports, and records related to unidentified anomalous phenomena to the public. This bill seeks to increase transparency and provide the public with access to information regarding unexplained events or sightings.
The purpose of this legislation is to ensure that the government is accountable and transparent in its handling of unidentified anomalous phenomena. By making these documents and reports available to the public, individuals will have the opportunity to review and analyze the information for themselves.
The bill does not specify what exactly constitutes unidentified anomalous phenomena, leaving it open to interpretation. However, it is clear that the intention is to shed light on any mysterious or unexplained occurrences that may have been documented by government agencies. If passed, this bill would require government agencies to release any relevant documents, reports, or records within 180 days of the bill becoming law. This would allow for greater public scrutiny and understanding of these phenomena. Overall, the Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Transparency Act seeks to promote transparency and accountability within the government regarding unexplained events. It remains to be seen how this legislation will be received and whether it will ultimately be passed into law.
The purpose of this legislation is to ensure that the government is accountable and transparent in its handling of unidentified anomalous phenomena. By making these documents and reports available to the public, individuals will have the opportunity to review and analyze the information for themselves.
The bill does not specify what exactly constitutes unidentified anomalous phenomena, leaving it open to interpretation. However, it is clear that the intention is to shed light on any mysterious or unexplained occurrences that may have been documented by government agencies. If passed, this bill would require government agencies to release any relevant documents, reports, or records within 180 days of the bill becoming law. This would allow for greater public scrutiny and understanding of these phenomena. Overall, the Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Transparency Act seeks to promote transparency and accountability within the government regarding unexplained events. It remains to be seen how this legislation will be received and whether it will ultimately be passed into law.
Congressional Summary of HR 1187
UAP Transparency Act
This bill requires the President to direct each federal agency to declassify all agency records related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and make such records available on a public website of the agency.
UAP are (1) airborne objects not immediately identifiable, (2) submerged objects or devices not immediately identifiable and that display characteristics suggesting they may be related to such airborne objects, and (3) objects or devices not immediately identifiable and that are observed to transition between space and the atmosphere or between the atmosphere and bodies of water.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1187
Bill HR 1187 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 11, 2025. Bill HR 1187 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 11, 2025. Bill HR 1187's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. as of February 11, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1187
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1187
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1187
To require the release to the public of all documents, reports, and other records relating to unidentified anomalous phenomena, and for other purposes.
To require the release to the public of all documents, reports, and other records relating to unidentified anomalous phenomena, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1187
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