National Archives and Records Administration Modernization Act

HR 6822, the National Archives and Records Administration Modernization Act, updates the language of Title 44 of the U.S. Code to modernize references to NARA leadership roles. It replaces gendered pronouns like "his" with neutral terms such as "the Archivist" or "the Director" throughout NARA's governing statutes. These changes clarify that decisions (e.g., about records custody, concurrence, or disposal) are made by the Archivist or agency heads, not by unspecified individuals. The bill directly affects NARA staff, federal agencies managing records, and the legal framework for federal record-keeping. It makes no substantive policy changes - only linguistic updates to ensure clarity and inclusivity in NARA's operations.