What does Preamble of GOOD Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To increase access to agency guidance documents,' aims to increase access to agency guidance documents. The bill was introduced in the Senate on January 24, 2025.

What does SHORT TITLE. of GOOD Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Guidance Out Of Darkness Act

What does DEFINITIONS. of GOOD Act do?

This section defines key terms used within the Act. “Agency” is defined as having the meaning given in section 551 of title 5, United States Code. “Director” refers to the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. A “guidance document” is defined as an agency statement of general applicability that does not have the force and effect of law and is designated as setting forth a policy or interpretation. Examples of guidance documents include memorandums, notices, bulletins, directives, news releases, letters, blog posts, no-action letters, and speeches. The term “guidance document” is to be construed broadly to effectuate the purpose and intent of this Act.

What does PUBLICATION OF GUIDANCE DOCUMENTS ON THE INTERNET. of GOOD Act do?

Agencies must publish guidance documents on the internet on the date of issuance. Agencies must publish previously issued guidance documents within 180 days of enactment. Guidance documents must be published in a single location on a designated internet website. Rescinded guidance documents must be maintained and indicated as rescinded.

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GOOD Act

Last updated: 1/24/2025 · Introduced: 1/24/2025

Author: Ron Johnson (R-WI)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill mandates that federal agencies publish all guidance documents, including previously issued ones, on a designated internet website.
The legislation defines 'guidance document' broadly to include various forms of agency communication that do not have the force of law.
Agencies are required to maintain and clearly mark any guidance documents that have been rescinded.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 1515(Passed House)Official page

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