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Improved Access to Scientific Information for Federal Employees

This act aims to enhance federal employees' access to scientific publications and other subscription services. This will enable government agencies to make more informed decisions, potentially improving the quality of public services and administrative efficiency, ultimately benefiting citizens.
Key points
Prohibits federal agencies from concealing the cost of scientific subscriptions, increasing transparency in public spending.
Requires agencies to make library subscription access policies easily available to all employees, including regional staff, via intranet.
Mandates a report with recommendations on how to increase agency access to scientific serials, potentially leading to better use of knowledge in government.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_985
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]
Process start date: 2021-02-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

WISE Government Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_985.

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 2021-02-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits federal agencies from concealing the cost of scientific subscriptions, increasing transparency in public spending.
  • Requires agencies to make library subscription access policies easily available to all employees, including regional staff, via intranet.
  • Mandates a report with recommendations on how to increase agency access to scientific serials, potentially leading to better use of knowledge in government.
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. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11].

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 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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