Data Availability and Transparency Act 2022
In plain English
The Data Availability and Transparency Act 2022 supports open government and data sharing.
This Act applies to the Australian Government. It aims to improve data availability and transparency. It establishes a framework for government data. Agencies must consider data sharing. The Act supports public access to government information. It came into force in December 2022.
Why it matters
While this Act primarily affects the government, it reflects a broader push for transparency. Businesses may see increased public access to government data, potentially impacting operations or reporting.
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Summary
Commonwealth data sharing regime — accredited users + entities + Data Code requirements.
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