What does Preamble of GPO Modernization Act of 2026 do?

This bill aims to revise certain authorities of the Government Publishing Office The bill was introduced to the House of Representatives It was referred to the Committee on House Administration and the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

What does SALE OF GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS. of GPO Modernization Act of 2026 do?

This section amends various parts of title 44, United States Code, related to the sale of government documents. The Superintendent of Documents' authority is modified to include setting prices for sales copies of publications and prescribing terms for resale. Requirements for approval from the department in which a document originated are removed. The Superintendent of Documents is given authority to establish requirements for distribution, sale, and disposal of unneeded documents.

What does PURPOSE AND ESTABLISHMENT. of GPO Modernization Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Title 44 of the United States Code by inserting a new section, 1900, concerning the purpose and establishment of the public information programs of the Superintendent of Documents. The purposes of this chapter include ensuring public access to government information. It establishes the Public Information Programs of the Superintendent of Documents within the Government Publishing Office. These programs are designed to identify, acquire, catalog, preserve, authenticate, disseminate, reformat, and provide no-fee permanent public access to government information. The programs include the Federal Depository Library Program, the Cataloging and Access Services Program, an Online System of Access, the National Collection of U.S. Government Public Information, a Preservation Program, and Sales to the Public. The Superintendent of Documents is tasked with enhancing awareness and access to government public information and supporting libraries.

What does DEFINITIONS. of GPO Modernization Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1901 of Title 44, United States Code, to define terms used in the chapter. "Access services" are defined as functions or services that enable discovery and use of Government public information. "Government public information" includes publications or information resources compiled by Government employees or at Government expense. "Government publication" refers to informational matter published at Government expense or as required by law. "Information" is broadly defined as any representation of knowledge in any medium or form. "Information lifecycle management" is described as a process encompassing planning, budgeting, and controlling information assets throughout their lifecycle. "Permanent public access" means making Government public information discoverable and available to the public indefinitely, without charge. "Preservation" involves initiatives to maintain access to information assets for present and future generations. "Unreported public information" is defined as Government public information not cataloged or retrievable by end users.

What does AVAILABILITY OF GOVERNMENT PUBLICATIONS. of GPO Modernization Act of 2026 do?

The Superintendent of Documents makes Government public information available to depository libraries. Government components must notify the Superintendent of Documents about issued tangible and digital public information. Government components must collaborate to ensure digital public information remains permanently accessible.

What does SELECTIONS AVAILABLE TO DEPOSITORY LIBRARIES. of GPO Modernization Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1904 of title 44, United States Code. The Superintendent of Documents is required to notify depository libraries of Government public information products. These products, regardless of format, are available for selection by depository libraries for inclusion in their collections.

What does DISTRIBUTION TO DEPOSITORIES. of GPO Modernization Act of 2026 do?

This section amends the distribution of government public information to depository libraries. Designations of depository libraries can be made by various government officials, including Members of the House and Senators. The Superintendent of Documents may designate digital-only depository libraries in certain areas. Libraries must meet requirements for sustainability and access services to be designated as depositories. Justification for designations must be provided, including an assessment by the Superintendent of Documents.

What does CONFORMING AMENDMENT RELATED TO LIBRARIES OF EXECUTIVE of GPO Modernization Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1907 of Title 44, United States Code. The first sentence of Section 1907 is modified to replace 'Government publications' with 'Government public information'. The last sentence of Section 1907 is modified to replace 'Library of Congress and the Archivist of the United States' with 'Superintendent of Documents'.

What does REQUIREMENTS FOR DEPOSITORY LIBRARIES. of GPO Modernization Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1909 of title 44, United States Code, regarding depository libraries. A library must provide access to and services for deposited materials to be designated as a depository library. Designated depository libraries must report their condition to the Superintendent of Documents at least every two years. The Superintendent of Documents assesses conditions, provides training, and removes libraries from the directory if conditions are not met.

What does FREE USE OF GOVERNMENT PUBLIC INFORMATION IN DEPOSITORIES. of GPO Modernization Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1911 of Title 44, United States Code, concerning the free use of government public information in depositories. Depository libraries are required to make government public information accessible for free use by the public, following standards set by the Superintendent of Documents. Depository libraries may substitute digital information for tangible publications, guided by the Superintendent of Documents' policy. Libraries not served by a regional depository, or that are regional depositories, may dispose of unwanted government public information, according to the Superintendent of Documents' policy. Tangible publications can be disposed of after five years if the library is served by a regional depository.

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GPO Modernization Act of 2026

Last updated: 6/24/2026 · Introduced: 6/18/2026

Author: Stephanie Bice (R-OK)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill revises the Government Publishing Office's (GPO) authority to set prices for government documents and manage their distribution, sale, and disposal.
It establishes a Public Information Programs of the Superintendent of Documents within the GPO, focused on ensuring public access to government information through various initiatives like the Federal Depository Library Program.
The bill mandates government components to notify the GPO about new public information and collaborate to ensure its permanent digital accessibility.
It requires the GPO to notify depository libraries of new government publications and make them available for selection, while also updating requirements for library designations and reporting.
The bill modernizes congressional publishing practices, including mandating a digital Congressional Directory and updating oversight responsibilities of the Joint Committee on Publishing.

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TITLE II

-PUBLIC INFORMATION PROGRAMS

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TITLE III

-GPO OPERATIONAL MODERNIZATION

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-PREPARATION OF CONSTITUTION ANNOTATED

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