WISE Government Act of 2024

This bill requires federal agencies with scientific libraries (including Executive departments, military departments, and agencies like EPA and NASA) to make journal subscription costs transparent and improve employee access to scientific journals. Specifically, it prohibits contracts hiding subscription costs, mandates agencies to provide clear intranet access to library subscriptions for all employees within six months, and requires a 12-month report on improving access to scientific journals. The report must survey current subscriptions, identify barriers like purchasing inefficiencies or regional access issues, and propose solutions. These changes aim to increase transparency and efficiency in how government agencies access scientific research.