Data Availability and Transparency Act 2022
Commonwealth data sharing regime — accredited users + entities.
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Who must comply
Commonwealth entities sharing data; accredited users + ADSPs.
What triggers it
Data sharing request + accreditation status.
When due
Per data sharing agreement; periodic accreditation review.
Evidence required
Data sharing agreements + data steward processes + accreditation evidence.
Max penalty
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Summary
DAT Act 2022. Authorised sharing of Commonwealth data between accredited users + accredited data service providers for specific purposes. Office of National Data Commissioner administers.
Enforced by
Source legislation
Topics
data-governanceprivacypublic-sector
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Frequently asked questions
- Who must comply with Data Availability and Transparency Act 2022?
- Commonwealth entities sharing data; accredited users + ADSPs.
- What triggers Data Availability and Transparency Act 2022?
- Data sharing request + accreditation status.
- When is Data Availability and Transparency Act 2022 due?
- Per data sharing agreement; periodic accreditation review.
- What evidence is required for Data Availability and Transparency Act 2022?
- Data sharing agreements + data steward processes + accreditation evidence.
Source: https://www.datacommissioner.gov.au. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.