Protect Democracy Project v. OMB
Case Overview
The government appealed Judge Sullivan's order requiring the Office of Management and Budget to reinstate the Public Apportionments Database.
The Application
Judge Sullivan found OMB's closure violated APA standards and transparency requirements, ordering reinstatement. On appeal, the D.C. Circuit reviews whether the lower court correctly applied these standards to OMB's decision.
The Conclusion
The D.C. Circuit appeal is active; Judge Sullivan's order requiring database reinstatement remains in effect pending the appellate decision.
Case Analysis
Overview
The government appealed Judge Sullivan's order requiring the Office of Management and Budget to reinstate the Public Apportionments Database.
Issue
Whether the Office of Management and Budget had authority to unilaterally close the Public Apportionments Database without complying with transparency and notice requirements.
Rule
Under the Administrative Procedure Act, agency actions must not be arbitrary and capricious; federal agencies must also comply with public access and transparency requirements absent valid exemptions.
Analysis
Judge Sullivan found OMB's closure violated APA standards and transparency requirements, ordering reinstatement. On appeal, the D.C. Circuit reviews whether the lower court correctly applied these standards to OMB's decision.
Conclusion
The D.C. Circuit appeal is active; Judge Sullivan's order requiring database reinstatement remains in effect pending the appellate decision.
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