H.Con.Res. 49 — Congressional Evidence-Based Policymaking Resolution
Congress Session: 118
Bill Sponsor: Rep. Derek Kilmer [D-WA-6]
Bill Introduced: 2023-05-24
Latest Action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Modernization. [2023-09-12]
Bill Cosponsor(s):
Bill Committee(s):
Bill Evidence Provision(s):
Builds Evidence
Bill Issue Area(s):
Justice and public safety
Bill Description:
The resolution creates a 12-member bipartisan Commission on Evidence-Based Policymaking to promote the use of data for evidence-building and evidence-based policymaking across Congress.
Evidence provisions:
- Studies how Congress can "encourage Federal agencies to produce and prioritize evidence on effectiveness for major new programs" and integrate evidence such as “outcomes measurement” and “rigorous impact analysis” into the legislative process.
Where can I find this in the Bill?
Sec. 2(a), Sec. 2(g)
Last Updated: 2026-03-09