The State of Open Data Policy Repository

A growing repository of recent policy developments surrounding open data, data reuse, and data collaboration around the world.

The DATA Act

The Data Act, whose proposal was issued on 23 February 2022, aims to create a framework which will encourage business-to-government (B2G) data collaboration. This includes means for public sector bodies to access and use data held by the private sector that is necessary for exceptional circumstances, particularly in case of a public emergency such as floods and wildfires, or to implement a legal mandate if data is unavailable. The act also includes provisions related to B2B and B2C data sharing, including with respect to IOT products (e.g. connected devices) and related software services.

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2022-02-02

Country of origin: European Commission

Resource status: introduced