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Expediting Federal Data Sharing for Congressional Budget Analysis.

This law grants the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) faster access to data held by executive branch agencies. This allows the CBO to produce more timely and accurate cost estimates for proposed legislation. While primarily an internal government procedure, the goal is to ensure Congress makes better-informed decisions regarding spending and taxes, which ultimately affects citizens' finances.
Key points
CBO gains expedited access to federal agency data to improve the speed and accuracy of legislative cost analysis.
The law amends the Privacy Act of 1974 to create a specific exception allowing this data disclosure to the CBO.
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Print number: 118_S_1549
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2023-05-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Congressional Budget Office Data Access Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1549.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • CBO gains expedited access to federal agency data to improve the speed and accuracy of legislative cost analysis.
  • The law amends the Privacy Act of 1974 to create a specific exception allowing this data disclosure to the CBO.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

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 Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 118-104.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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