Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act

Hozzl · 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5527 Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/14/2025, 7:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5527

The Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 5527, is a piece of legislation aimed at updating and improving the technology infrastructure within the US government. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 18, 2018.

The main goal of the bill is to help federal agencies modernize their outdated IT systems in order to improve efficiency, security, and cost-effectiveness. The bill establishes a fund, known as the Technology Modernization Fund, which agencies can apply for to help finance their IT modernization projects.

Additionally, the bill requires federal agencies to create a comprehensive inventory of their IT systems and develop a plan for modernizing them. It also establishes a working capital fund for agencies to use for IT modernization efforts. Overall, the Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act aims to streamline and improve the technology infrastructure of the federal government, ultimately leading to better services for the American people.

Congressional Summary of HR 5527

Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act

This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 and revises the Technology Modernization Fund (TMF). (The TMF is a revolving fund administered by the General Services Administration to finance technology-related activities, improve information technology, and enhance cybersecurity across the federal government.)

Changes to the TMF include

requiring the Office of the Federal Chief Information Officer to annually submit to Congress (1) a list of the 10 legacy information technology (IT) systems that present the greatest security, privacy, and operational risks to the federal government; and (2) each federal agency's list of high-risk legacy IT systems;
authorizing TMF funding for IT projects that improve the ability of the agency to perform its mission and deliver services to the public;
additional requirements for agencies that receive funds to reimburse the TMF (for example, funds used for services or work in direct support of a project must be fully reimbursed); and
revising the criteria by which agency proposals for TMF funding are evaluated to include the (1) extent to which they address the greatest security, privacy, and operational risks; (2) impact of modernizing, retiring, or replacing legacy IT systems; and (3) ability of an agency to repay funds provided.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5527

Bill HR 5527 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since May 22, 2024. Bill HR 5527 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 18, 2023. Bill HR 5527's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 752. as of December 19, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5527

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5527

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Computer security and identity theft

- Computers and information technology

- Congressional oversight

- Executive agency funding and structure

- Technology assessment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5527

Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act

Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act of 2023

Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act

To amend section 1078 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to increase the effectiveness of the Technology Modernization Fund, and for other purposes.

Comments

Allie McKinney

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1 year ago

I think this bill is not good for us. It will make things harder for everyone. I don't like how it will change things. I hope it doesn't pass. Did you know that this bill has been in the works for over a year?