Missing Armed Forces Records Disclosure: Access for Families
This act aims to facilitate access to documents concerning missing armed forces personnel by creating a special collection at the National Archives. This will make it easier for families and citizens to learn about the fate of the missing, increasing government transparency on this issue. It introduces new rules for disclosing previously classified information.
Key points
Establishment of a special collection of missing armed forces personnel records at the National Archives, improving access to this information.
Requirement for expeditious public disclosure and transmission of records related to missing armed forces personnel, with limited exceptions.
Creation of an independent Review Board to oversee the disclosure process and make declassification decisions.
All records concerning missing armed forces personnel must be disclosed within 10 years, unless the President personally decides otherwise for compelling reasons.
Status:
Expired
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