Bill 118 s 2871, also known as the Multi-Cloud Innovation and Advancement Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting innovation and advancement in the field of multi-cloud computing. The bill seeks to establish a framework for federal agencies to adopt and utilize multi-cloud technologies in order to improve efficiency, security, and cost-effectiveness in their IT operations.
The key provisions of the bill include requiring federal agencies to develop and implement multi-cloud strategies, conducting regular assessments of their cloud computing environments, and establishing a Multi-Cloud Center of Excellence within the General Services Administration to provide guidance and support to agencies in their adoption of multi-cloud technologies.
Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a Multi-Cloud Advisory Board comprised of experts from the public and private sectors to advise federal agencies on best practices and emerging trends in multi-cloud computing. The board will also be responsible for monitoring the implementation of the bill and reporting to Congress on its progress.
Overall, the Multi-Cloud Innovation and Advancement Act of 2023 aims to modernize and streamline the federal government's IT infrastructure by leveraging the benefits of multi-cloud technologies. By promoting innovation and collaboration in the adoption of these technologies, the bill seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of federal agencies in delivering services to the American people.