The Sensible Classification Act of 2023 aims to reform how the federal government classifies and declassifies sensitive national security information. The bill limits who can classify information at the highest levels, requires training for officials with classification authority to prevent over-classification, and mandates that agencies review documents older than 25 years to determine if they can be declassified and released. The legislation directs federal agencies to study whether their personnel actually need the security clearances they hold, with reports due to Congress within one year, and requires research into using artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve classification and declassification processes government-wide. The bill affects federal agencies, defense contractors, and the millions of people who currently hold security clearances, with the goal of reducing unnecessary classification while maintaining national security protections.
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