Coast Guard Acquisition Reform Act of 2009

The Coast Guard Acquisition Reform Act of 2009, also known as Bill 111 hr 1665, is a piece of legislation that aims to improve the acquisition process within the United States Coast Guard. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in March 2009 and was eventually signed into law by President Barack Obama in October of the same year.

The main goal of the Coast Guard Acquisition Reform Act is to streamline the process by which the Coast Guard acquires new equipment, technology, and other resources. This includes establishing clear guidelines and procedures for the acquisition process, as well as increasing transparency and accountability in how taxpayer dollars are spent on these acquisitions.

One key provision of the bill is the creation of a Chief Acquisition Officer within the Coast Guard, who will be responsible for overseeing all acquisition activities and ensuring that they are carried out efficiently and effectively. The bill also requires the Coast Guard to develop a comprehensive acquisition strategy and to regularly report to Congress on its progress in implementing this strategy. Additionally, the Coast Guard Acquisition Reform Act includes measures to improve the training and qualifications of acquisition personnel within the Coast Guard, as well as provisions to enhance the oversight and management of acquisition programs. Overall, the Coast Guard Acquisition Reform Act of 2009 represents a significant step towards modernizing and improving the acquisition process within the United States Coast Guard, with the ultimate goal of ensuring that the Coast Guard has the resources it needs to carry out its important mission of protecting the nation's maritime interests.