Modernizing Federal Rules: Faster Digital Access to Government Regulations.
This Act modernizes how federal rules and regulations are published, shifting the focus from physical printing to digital publishing. Citizens gain faster and more reliable access to new regulations, as documents must be immediately available for public inspection upon filing. A key improvement is the introduction of electronic tools allowing users to track the exact version of regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations applicable on any specific date.
Key points
Federal rules are now publicly accessible immediately upon filing, increasing transparency and speed of access to new government actions.
Digital tools are mandated to allow citizens to retrieve the precise version of a regulation (Code of Federal Regulations) that was in effect on a specific historical date.
Ensures continuous public access to the Federal Register by establishing alternative electronic publication methods during emergencies or operational disruptions.
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