The BIDS Steering Group is responsible for approving and advancing BIDS extensions through the BIDS standard process, as well as more general decisions regarding the standard. The BIDS Steering Group aims to preserve the longevity and sustainability of the BIDS standard.

According to the Governance (bids.neuroimaging.io/governance.h...) adopted by the community in 2019, the Steering Group is intended to reflect the diversity of experiences and perspectives within the BIDS community.