HR 1050 · 97th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

Federal Information and Privacy Board Act of 1981

Introduced 1981-01-22· Sponsored by Rep. Goldwater, Barry, Jr. [R-CA-20]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Subcommittee on Government Information and Individual Rights.(1981-01-28)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Federal Information and Privacy Board Act of 1981 - Establishes the Federal Information Practices Board to oversee the effects of Governmental and nongovernmental information collection and management activities on the rights and privileges of individuals and to investigate Governmental and nongovernmental compliance with Federal laws and policies that affect information practices. Directs the Board to report to the President and Congress annually on its activities, on new technologies, and to make recommendations. Grants the Board unqualified access to any information under Government control. Limits use and disclosure of such information. Requires each Federal agency to consult with the Board prior to publication of any proposed rule under specified Federal information laws. Authorizes appropriations.…

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