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Smart Act
8/15/2023, 8:30 PM
Summary of Bill HR 9279
Bill 117 HR 9279, also known as the Smart Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The Smart Act aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of government programs by promoting the use of data and technology.
One of the key provisions of the Smart Act is the establishment of a Chief Data Officer within each federal agency. This officer would be responsible for overseeing the collection, analysis, and dissemination of data to improve decision-making and program outcomes. Additionally, the Smart Act calls for the creation of a Federal Data Strategy to guide agencies in their data management efforts.
Another important aspect of the Smart Act is the promotion of evidence-based policymaking. The bill encourages agencies to use data and research to inform their decisions and evaluate the effectiveness of their programs. This includes the establishment of a Federal Evidence-Based Policymaking Advisory Commission to provide guidance and support to agencies in this area. Overall, the Smart Act seeks to modernize government operations by leveraging data and technology to improve program outcomes and increase efficiency. By promoting evidence-based policymaking and establishing data management practices, the bill aims to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently.
One of the key provisions of the Smart Act is the establishment of a Chief Data Officer within each federal agency. This officer would be responsible for overseeing the collection, analysis, and dissemination of data to improve decision-making and program outcomes. Additionally, the Smart Act calls for the creation of a Federal Data Strategy to guide agencies in their data management efforts.
Another important aspect of the Smart Act is the promotion of evidence-based policymaking. The bill encourages agencies to use data and research to inform their decisions and evaluate the effectiveness of their programs. This includes the establishment of a Federal Evidence-Based Policymaking Advisory Commission to provide guidance and support to agencies in this area. Overall, the Smart Act seeks to modernize government operations by leveraging data and technology to improve program outcomes and increase efficiency. By promoting evidence-based policymaking and establishing data management practices, the bill aims to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently.
Congressional Summary of HR 9279
Strengthening the Force and Fleet Through Enlisted Education Act or the Smart Act
This bill removes the capacity limit for enlisted members of the Armed Forces to receive graduate-level instruction in a Naval Postgraduate School program. The Department of Defense must brief Congress on the effects of increasing enrollment of enlisted members at the school.
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Current Status of Bill HR 9279
Bill HR 9279 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 7, 2022. Bill HR 9279 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 7, 2022. Bill HR 9279's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of November 7, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9279
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9279
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9279
Smart Act
Smart Act
Strengthening the Force and Fleet Through Enlisted Education Act
To amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize more enlisted members of the Armed Forces to attend the Naval Postgraduate School.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 9279
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