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JavaScript must be enabled in your browser in order to use some functions. Skip to main content An official website of the United States government Here's how you know The .gov means it's official. Federal government websites always use a .gov or .mil domain. Before sharing sensitive information online, make sure you’re on a .gov or .mil site by inspecting your browser’s address (or "location") bar. This site is also protected by an SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificate that’s been signed by the U.S. government. The https:// means all transmitted data is encrypted — in other words, any information or browsing history that you provide is transmitted securely. Menu Close Search Search Search Contact Us 1-844-USA-GOV1 Open Government U.S. Open Government Initiatives This site outlines initiatives on openness, transparency and public participation, pursuant to the U.S. National Action Plans. Current and Past U.S. National Action Plans: Fourth National Action Plan for Open Government (2019-2021) Third National Action Plan for Open Government (2015-2017) / New Commitments / Mid-term Self Assessment Second National Action Plan for Open Government (2013-2015) / Mid-term Self Assessment / Final Self-Assessment First National Action Plan for Open Government (2011-2013) / Final Self-Assessment / Examples of past commitments achieved through the National Action Plan include: We the People : One of the first and most prominent open government commitments, the We the People petitions site has led to major reforms in the United States and has also offered two-way engagement for millions of users. Data.gov : Opening data to the public has a wide ripple-effect. Data.gov today is home to approximately 200,000 datasets for industry, academic, and other use. USAspending.gov : Transforming nearly $4 trillion taxpayer dollars into Open Data, so taxpayers can see the breakdown of where their dollars go in government. Back to Top footer Return to top -- USAgov -- Ask USAGov a Question Call 1-844-USAGOV1 (1-844-872-4681) Chat with Us -- Official Guide to Government Information and Services Back to Top...