FIR Act

Forest Information Reform Act or the FIR Act

This bill specifies that neither the Department of Agriculture nor the Department of the Interior may be required to reinitiate consultation on a land management plan when a species is listed as threatened or endangered, critical habitat is designated, or new information concerning a listed species or critical habitat becomes available.

Bill 118 hr 200, also known as the Federal Information Resources Act (FIR Act), is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to improve the management and security of federal information resources.

The FIR Act aims to establish a framework for the federal government to effectively manage and protect its information resources. This includes implementing policies and procedures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of federal information. The bill also seeks to enhance the coordination and collaboration among federal agencies in managing their information resources.

Additionally, the FIR Act addresses the need for federal agencies to modernize their information technology systems and infrastructure. This includes promoting the use of cloud computing and other innovative technologies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of federal information management. Overall, the FIR Act is designed to strengthen the security and management of federal information resources, ultimately enhancing the government's ability to serve the American people. It is currently under review in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being passed into law.