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H.R. 1831 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016

Evidence-Based Policymaking Commission Act of 2016

H.R. 1831 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) became law — introduced on Apr 16, 2015, sponsored by Paul D. Ryan with 1 co-sponsors.

During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Apr 16, 2015
Co-sponsors
1
Policy area
Government Operations and Politics
Public law
Public Law 114-140

What it does

Evidence-Based Policymaking Commission Act of 201 6 (Sec. 2) This bill establishes in the executive branch a Commission on Evidence-Based Policymaking. (Sec. 3) The bill sets forth the membership composition, terms, and compensation of the Commission and requires the appointment of experts in protecting personally-identifiable information and data minimization.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Paul D. Ryan (R-WI). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedApr 16, 2015
  • Passed the HouseJul 27, 2015
  • Passed the SenateMar 16, 2016
  • Sent to the PresidentMar 24, 2016
  • Became lawMar 30, 2016

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 114-140. (Mar 30, 2016)

Other Government Operations and Politics bills in the 114th Congress

Committees

  • Oversight and Accountability Committee

More

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