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Establish Web Pages that run live feeds of FACA Meetings & Accept Public Comments

Why Is This Idea Important?: FACA rules were last amended in 2001 and they do not require any Web presence for a committee. The GSA needs to change this to broaden public participation by requiring agencies to use the Web. Second, greater public input can be solicited earlier in the policy development process and the usual Washington suspects need not be the only representatives at the table. See Brandon, Online Rulemaking & Other Tools for Strengthening Our Civic Infrastructure, 54 Admin L. Rev. 1428, 1468-70 (2002)

FACA committee rules should be revised in several areas.

1. At a minimum each committee should have a web page that provides explanatory materials about the Committee's mission, charge and agenda.

2. The web page should allow outside groups to post materials and offer input on the items being considered.

3. Committee meetings should be broadcast on streaming video over the web.

4. Materials should be archived for a substantial period of time, especially if the committee is playing a vital role in formulating regulatory policy at the agency level.

5. Online dialogues should be considered to supplement a broader discussion of ideas and take the process outside the Beltway.

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  1. Stephen Buckley said:

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    2 years ago
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