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Evidence-Based Policymaking Commission: Improving Government Decisions with Data

This resolution establishes a new commission to help the government better use data for decision-making. The goal is to make public policy more effective and fact-based, potentially leading to improved programs and services for citizens.
Key points
Creation of a 12-member commission of experts to review and recommend how the government can better use data.
The commission will study how to encourage federal agencies to collect data on program effectiveness and share it with states.
Ways to incorporate data analysis and outcomes into the lawmaking process will be developed, potentially leading to more thoughtful legislation.
Consideration of establishing a Chief Data Officer position in Congress to improve data access and utilization.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HCONRES_32
Sponsor: Rep. Timmons, William R. [R-SC-4]
Process start date: 2025-05-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Congressional Evidence-Based Policymaking Resolution

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HCONRES_32.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a 12-member commission of experts to review and recommend how the government can better use data.
  • The commission will study how to encourage federal agencies to collect data on program effectiveness and share it with states.
  • Ways to incorporate data analysis and outcomes into the lawmaking process will be developed, potentially leading to more thoughtful legislation.
  • Consideration of establishing a Chief Data Officer position in Congress to improve data access and utilization.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Timmons, William R. [R-SC-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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