WASHINGTON --- One of the most significant pieces of “open government” legislation in decades appears set to become law, following action by the U.S. Senate. The Digital Accountability and Transparency Act, known as the DATA Act, would mandate broad new transparency and accountability standards around all federal spending. Proponents say the
Landmark Open Government Legislation Set to Become Law
Legislation mandating broad new transparency and accountability standards around all federal spending has garnered massive bipartisan support and looks set to be signed into law.