FITARA Enhancement Act of 2017

The FITARA Enhancement Act of 2017, also known as Bill 115 s 1867, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to enhance the Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA) by making improvements to the management of information technology within federal agencies.

The bill aims to strengthen the role of Chief Information Officers (CIOs) within federal agencies by giving them more authority over IT investments and decision-making processes. It also seeks to improve transparency and accountability in IT spending by requiring agencies to report on their IT investments and provide regular updates on their progress.

Additionally, the FITARA Enhancement Act of 2017 includes provisions to streamline the process for acquiring IT goods and services, as well as measures to enhance cybersecurity within federal agencies. The bill also calls for the establishment of a Federal Data Center Optimization Initiative to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of federal data centers. Overall, the FITARA Enhancement Act of 2017 is aimed at modernizing and improving the management of IT within the federal government. It seeks to increase efficiency, transparency, and accountability in IT spending, while also enhancing cybersecurity measures to protect federal agencies from cyber threats.