The E-Government Act, enacted in 2002, is a law designed to enhance the management and promotion of electronic government services and processes.
This act aims to make the government more accessible to citizens, improve government efficiency, and enhance the quality of services available online while ensuring the security of personal information.
By leveraging technology, the E-Government Act encourages federal agencies to use the internet and other electronic means to provide access to government information and services.
For example, through this act, you can now file taxes online, apply for passports, and access public records without needing to visit a government office.
The act also emphasizes the importance of protecting privacy by mandating that federal websites have privacy policies in place. This ensures that your personal information is handled securely when you interact with government websites.
Furthermore, the act supports making governmental processes more transparent, allowing you to understand and participate in governmental decisions more easily.
It represents a significant step towards modernizing government operations, making them more efficient, and creating a more open and accessible government for all citizens.
