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DHS IT Duplication Reduction Act of 2015
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Summary of Bill S 1620
Bill 114 s 1620, also known as the DHS IT Duplication Reduction Act of 2015, aims to reduce duplication and improve efficiency within the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) information technology (IT) systems. The bill was introduced in the 114th Congress in 2015.
The main goal of the bill is to streamline and consolidate IT systems within the DHS in order to eliminate redundancy and save taxpayer dollars. By reducing duplication, the DHS can improve the effectiveness and security of its IT systems, ultimately enhancing the department's ability to carry out its mission of protecting the United States from security threats.
The bill requires the DHS to conduct a comprehensive review of its IT systems to identify areas of duplication and inefficiency. It also mandates the development of a plan to consolidate and streamline these systems, with the goal of reducing costs and improving overall performance. Additionally, the bill requires the DHS to report to Congress on its progress in implementing the consolidation plan, ensuring transparency and accountability in the process. Overall, the DHS IT Duplication Reduction Act of 2015 seeks to modernize and optimize the department's IT infrastructure, leading to improved efficiency, cost savings, and enhanced security for the United States.
The main goal of the bill is to streamline and consolidate IT systems within the DHS in order to eliminate redundancy and save taxpayer dollars. By reducing duplication, the DHS can improve the effectiveness and security of its IT systems, ultimately enhancing the department's ability to carry out its mission of protecting the United States from security threats.
The bill requires the DHS to conduct a comprehensive review of its IT systems to identify areas of duplication and inefficiency. It also mandates the development of a plan to consolidate and streamline these systems, with the goal of reducing costs and improving overall performance. Additionally, the bill requires the DHS to report to Congress on its progress in implementing the consolidation plan, ensuring transparency and accountability in the process. Overall, the DHS IT Duplication Reduction Act of 2015 seeks to modernize and optimize the department's IT infrastructure, leading to improved efficiency, cost savings, and enhanced security for the United States.
Current Status of Bill S 1620
Bill S 1620 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 18, 2015. Bill S 1620 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on June 18, 2015. Bill S 1620's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 454. as of April 28, 2016
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1620
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1620
Primary Policy Focus
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1620
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