Information Age Commission Act of 1986

Summary

Information Age Commission Act of 1985 - Establishes the Information Age Commission composed of 23 members drawn from government, industry, labor, and academia. Requires the Commission to conduct research and studies necessary to develop an understanding of the information age, including, but not limited to: (1) efforts needed to maximize the benefits to society of computers and communications systems; (2) resources needed to maintain the United States lead in the world information marketplace; (3) the education required for the information age; (4) the use of computers and communications systems in national defense; (5) efforts needed to encourage new technological innovations; and (6) the impact of such computers and systems on labor and employment. Requires the Commission to: (1) submit to the President and the Congress analyses and reports summarizing the materials and positions of the Commission; (2) assemble and make available a comprehensive index of relevant materials; and (3) provide information to the media and the public. Requires the Commission to complete its work within two years and submit a final detailed report to the Congress and the President. Authorizes appropriations.

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• Passed Senate amended

  summary · EN · 9 October 1986

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• Reported to Senate with amendment(s)

  summary · EN · 30 September 1986

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• Introduced in Senate

  summary · EN · 28 March 1985

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