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Protecting Federal Employees from Retaliation for Accessing Information.

This act aims to protect federal employees from negative consequences if they lawfully use government records. It ensures that employees can safely request information under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) or the Privacy Act, without fear of retaliation. This means citizens who are federal employees can feel more secure exercising their rights to access public information.
Key points
Federal employees are protected from penalties for lawfully requesting government information.
The act expands existing whistleblower protections to include new safeguards for data access.
This covers requests made under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act.
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Print number: 117_HR_2042
Sponsor: Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12]
Process start date: 2021-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Employee Access to Information Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2042.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal employees are protected from penalties for lawfully requesting government information.
  • The act expands existing whistleblower protections to include new safeguards for data access.
  • This covers requests made under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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