Modernizing Government and Easing Regulatory Compliance With Open Data - Niskanen Center

"Government can help drive a whole new era of data innovation with the OPEN Government Data Act, while driving down regulatory compliance costs for federal agencies and the private sector, at little to no cost to the taxpayer. It’s a win-win opportunity for taxpayers and corporations. It’s also likely to appeal to politicians looking for non-controversial, bipartisan opportunities for collaboration amidst the hyper-polarized political climate in Washington. By building on previous open data efforts, this bill will help ease regulatory compliance for regulators and firms, while catalyzing new market opportunities that make innovative use of government data."