Protect Democracy Project v. OMB
Overview
Overview
The government appealed Judge Sullivan's order requiring the Office of Management and Budget to reinstate the Public Apportionments Database.
The Issue
Issue
Whether the Office of Management and Budget had authority to unilaterally close the Public Apportionments Database without complying with transparency and notice requirements.
The Rules
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.
The Application
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.
The Conclusion
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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