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Timeline
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Timeline
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Timeline
The Timeline section outlines the key dates and deadlines for implementing the UAP Disclosure Act of 2024. It provides a roadmap for the disclosure process, from the establishment of the Review Board to long-term disclosure goals.
The Timeline section outlines the key dates and deadlines for implementing the UAP Disclosure Act of 2024. It provides a roadmap for the disclosure process, from the establishment of the Review Board to long-term disclosure goals.
The Timeline section outlines the key dates and deadlines for implementing the UAP Disclosure Act of 2024. It provides a roadmap for the disclosure process, from the establishment of the Review Board to long-term disclosure goals.
Key Milestones
Key Milestones
Enactment of the UAP Disclosure Act
Setting the Wheels in Motion
Enactment of the UAP Disclosure Act
Setting the Wheels in Motion
Appointment and confirmation of Review Board members
Assembling the Oversight Team
Appointment and confirmation of Review Board members
Assembling the Oversight Team
Establishment of the UAP Records Collection at the National Archives
Creating the Central Repository
Establishment of the UAP Records Collection at the National Archives
Creating the Central Repository
First public release of declassified UAP records
Initial Unveiling of Information
First public release of declassified UAP records
Initial Unveiling of Information
Note:
The UAP Disclosure Act of 2023, as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, mandated the creation of the UAP Records Collection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). This process has begun, with the first set of records from agencies scheduled to be available online starting in October 2024. While the collection was established, other proposed elements such as the independent Review Board were not included in the final legislation.
Note:
The UAP Disclosure Act of 2023, as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, mandated the creation of the UAP Records Collection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). This process has begun, with the first set of records from agencies scheduled to be available online starting in October 2024. While the collection was established, other proposed elements such as the independent Review Board were not included in the final legislation.
Deadlines for Agencies
and the Review Board
Deadlines for Agencies
and the Review Board
By March 2025:
Agencies to begin identifying and organizing UAP records
60 days post-enactment
By March 2025:
Agencies to begin identifying and organizing UAP records
60 days post-enactment
By October 2025:
Completion of initial review and organization of records
300 days post-enactment
By October 2025:
Completion of initial review and organization of records
300 days post-enactment
Ongoing from March 2025:
Quarterly reports on progress and newly discovered records
First report due 90 days after the start of the identification process
Ongoing from March 2025:
Quarterly reports on progress and newly discovered records
First report due 90 days after the start of the identification process
By June 2025:
Review Board to publish review schedule in Federal Register
90 days post-appointment, assuming Board is appointed by March 2025
By June 2025:
Review Board to publish review schedule in Federal Register
90 days post-appointment, assuming Board is appointed by March 2025
By June 2025:
Commencement of record reviews by Review Board
180 days post-enactment
By June 2025:
Commencement of record reviews by Review Board
180 days post-enactment
From December 2025, and every six months thereafter:
Semiannual updates to review schedule
365 days post-enactment
From December 2025, and every six months thereafter:
Semiannual updates to review schedule
365 days post-enactment
Note:
These dates assume timely appointment of the Review Board and smooth implementation of the Act's provisions. Actual dates may vary based on the specific enactment date and any unforeseen circumstances in the implementation process. The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, mandated the creation of the UAP Records Collection. This process has begun, with the first set of records from agencies scheduled to be available online starting in October 2024. While the collection was established, other proposed elements such as the independent Review Board have not yet been implemented.
Note:
These dates assume timely appointment of the Review Board and smooth implementation of the Act's provisions. Actual dates may vary based on the specific enactment date and any unforeseen circumstances in the implementation process. The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, mandated the creation of the UAP Records Collection. This process has begun, with the first set of records from agencies scheduled to be available online starting in October 2024. While the collection was established, other proposed elements such as the independent Review Board have not yet been implemented.
Long-Term
Disclosure Schedule
Long-Term
Disclosure Schedule
25-year rolling declassification process
Automatic Disclosure Countdown
25-year rolling declassification process
Automatic Disclosure Countdown
Annual reassessment of postponed records
Revisiting Withheld Information
Annual reassessment of postponed records
Revisiting Withheld Information
5-year comprehensive review of disclosure progress
Gauging the Disclosure Journey
5-year comprehensive review of disclosure progress
Gauging the Disclosure Journey
Note:
This timeline is subject to adjustment based on the volume and complexity of records discovered, as well as any unforeseen challenges in the review and declassification process. The Review Board will provide regular updates on any changes to this schedule.
Note:
This timeline is subject to adjustment based on the volume and complexity of records discovered, as well as any unforeseen challenges in the review and declassification process. The Review Board will provide regular updates on any changes to this schedule.
