Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act

Hozzl · 2024-04-17T23:45:03Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4028 Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Commerce. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/17/2024, 11:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4028

Bill 117 HR 4028, also known as the Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to establish a comprehensive strategy for the federal government's use of information and communication technology (ICT) to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and security.

The bill requires the head of each federal agency to develop and implement an ICT strategy that aligns with the overall goals and objectives of the federal government. This strategy must include plans for modernizing and securing the agency's ICT infrastructure, improving the delivery of services to the public, and enhancing cybersecurity measures.

Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of an interagency council on ICT strategy, which will be responsible for coordinating efforts across federal agencies and ensuring that best practices are shared and implemented. The council will also be tasked with developing guidelines and standards for the use of ICT within the federal government. Overall, the Information and Communication Technology Strategy Act aims to streamline and improve the federal government's use of technology in order to better serve the American people and protect sensitive information. It emphasizes the importance of modernizing ICT infrastructure, enhancing cybersecurity measures, and promoting collaboration and coordination among federal agencies.

Current Status of Bill HR 4028

Bill HR 4028 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2021. Bill HR 4028 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 22, 2021. Bill HR 4028's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of October 21, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4028

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4028

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4028

Information and Communication Technology Strategy ActInformation and Communication Technology Strategy ActTo require the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information, to report on and develop a whole-of-Government strategy with respect to the economic competitiveness of the information and communication technology supply chain, and for other purposes.To require the Secretary of Commerce to report on and develop a whole-of-Government strategy with respect to the economic competitiveness of the information and communication technology supply chain, and for other purposes.Information and Communication Technology Strategy ActInformation and Communication Technology Strategy ActInformation and Communication Technology Strategy ActTo require the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information, to report on and develop a whole-of-Government strategy with respect to the economic competitiveness of the information and communication technology supply chain, and for other purposes.

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