SEC. 401. Rule of Construction.
Nothing in this Act, or the amendments made by this Act, may be construed—
to require the disclosure of information or records that are exempt from disclosure under section 552 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the “Freedom of Information Act”);
to create or expand an exemption from disclosure under such section;
to override, limit, or otherwise affect intellectual property rights, including rights under titles 17 and 35, United States Code;
to affect the authority of a Federal agency regarding the use, disclosure, or licensing of—
confidential business information that could be withheld under section 552(b)(4) of title 5, United States Code; or
data assets restricted from disclosure under a contract or other binding, written agreement; or
to affect the independence, responsibilities, or work products of an Inspector General of any agency.