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To establish within the Executive Office of the President a Technology Competitiveness Council.

12/29/2022, 5:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8027

Bill 117 HR 8027, also known as the Technology Competitiveness Council Act, aims to create a Technology Competitiveness Council within the Executive Office of the President. The purpose of this council is to address and enhance the United States' competitiveness in the global technology sector.

The council will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to promote innovation, research, and development in technology. It will also work to strengthen partnerships between the government, private sector, and academia to ensure that the US remains at the forefront of technological advancements.

Additionally, the council will assess and address any barriers to technological competitiveness, such as regulatory burdens or workforce challenges. It will also provide recommendations to Congress and the President on policies and initiatives that can support and enhance the US technology sector. Overall, the Technology Competitiveness Council Act seeks to ensure that the United States remains a leader in technology and innovation by fostering collaboration and strategic planning among key stakeholders.

Congressional Summary of HR 8027

This bill establishes a Technology Competitiveness Council.

The President shall establish such council within the Executive Office of the President.

The council's responsibilities include

  • developing recommendations for the President on U.S. technology competitiveness and technology-related issues, advising and assisting the President in the development and implementation of national technology policy and strategy; and
  • developing and overseeing the implementation of an annual National Technology Strategy.

The strategy shall be designed to maintain U.S. leadership in critical and emerging technologies essential to U.S. national security and economic prosperity.

Current Status of Bill HR 8027

Bill HR 8027 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 13, 2022. Bill HR 8027 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 13, 2022.  Bill HR 8027's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. as of June 13, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8027

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8027

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8027

To establish within the Executive Office of the President a Technology Competitiveness Council.
To establish within the Executive Office of the President a Technology Competitiveness Council.

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