This bill establishes a committee tasked with studying the data sources of all entities operated by the three branches of government that are or may be made available to the public. The committee will identify the formats of these data sources and recommend legislation aimed at standardizing the types and formats of data output from various governmental entities. The committee will consist of four members from the House of Representatives, appointed by the Speaker, and one member from the Senate, appointed by the President of the Senate. Members will receive mileage compensation for their duties, and the committee is required to evaluate current and potential public data, recommend standardization formats, and ensure the protection of personally identifiable information.

The committee is expected to hold its first meeting within 45 days of the bill's effective date and will need a quorum of three members to conduct business. It is mandated to submit an interim report by November 1, 2025, and a final report with recommendations for proposed legislation by November 1, 2026. The bill emphasizes the importance of identifying existing data, potential data for public release, and the formats in which this data can be standardized, while also ensuring the protection of sensitive information. The act will take effect upon its passage.