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Government Settlement Transparency: New Public Database for Citizens

This new law requires government agencies to publish detailed information about their legal settlement agreements. This will give citizens access to data on how public money is spent and what commitments the government makes, increasing transparency in government operations.
Key points
All federal agencies must publicly disclose information about their legal settlements, including payment amounts and legal costs.
A publicly accessible, searchable online database will be created, allowing anyone to review settlement details.
The act enhances transparency in public spending and government actions, providing citizens with a tool for oversight.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3900
Sponsor: Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]
Process start date: 2022-03-22