GAO Database Modernization Act of 2023

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 679 GAO Database Modernization Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

10/5/2024, 11:03 AM

Summary of Bill S 679

The GAO Database Modernization Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 679, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at modernizing the Government Accountability Office (GAO) database system. The bill seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the GAO's operations by updating its database infrastructure to better handle the increasing volume of data and information that the agency collects and analyzes.

Specifically, the GAO Database Modernization Act of 2023 includes provisions for upgrading the GAO's data storage and retrieval systems, enhancing data security measures, and implementing new technologies to streamline data processing and analysis. The bill also allocates funding for training GAO staff on how to use the new database system effectively.

Overall, the GAO Database Modernization Act of 2023 aims to ensure that the GAO can continue to fulfill its mission of providing Congress with accurate, timely, and reliable information to support informed decision-making. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers recognizing the importance of modernizing the GAO's database infrastructure to keep pace with the evolving technological landscape.

Congressional Summary of S 679

GAO Database Modernization Act of 2023

This bill requires federal agencies to report to the Government Accountability Office certain information about agency rules that are made ineffective due to an agency action or other reason.

Current Status of Bill S 679

Bill S 679 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 7, 2023. Bill S 679 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 7, 2023. Bill S 679's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-97. as of October 1, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 679

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 679

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

Administrative law and regulatory proceduresCongressional oversightGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 679

GAO Database Modernization Act of 2023A bill to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to require Federal agencies to submit to the Comptroller General of the United States a report on rules that are revoked, suspended, replaced, amended, or otherwise made ineffective.GAO Database Modernization Act of 2023GAO Database Modernization Act of 2023GAO Database Modernization Act of 2023GAO Database Modernization Act of 2023

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 679

Rick Scott

Florida(Republican)

Gary C. Peters

Michigan(Democrat)

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