Free Online Access to Technical Standards Incorporated into Law.
This Act ensures citizens have free online access to read technical standards and codes (like building or safety rules) that are incorporated by reference into federal or state law. Standards Development Organizations (SDOs) retain their copyright protection only if they make the incorporated portions publicly accessible online at no monetary cost. This allows the public to verify legal requirements without purchasing expensive technical documents.
Key points
Guarantees free online access to all parts of technical standards that become part of the law (e.g., building and safety regulations).
Standards Development Organizations (SDOs) must make these documents publicly available online to maintain their copyright protection.
Citizens can read applicable legal standards without having to purchase them, simplifying compliance with regulations and increasing legal transparency.
Status:
Expired
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