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Office of Technology Assessment Improvement and Enhancement Act
12/7/2023, 5:06 PM
Summary of Bill S 2618
Bill 118 s 2618, also known as the Office of Technology Assessment Improvement and Enhancement Act, aims to revitalize and strengthen the Office of Technology Assessment (OTA). The OTA was originally established in 1972 to provide Congress with non-partisan analysis of complex scientific and technical issues. However, the office was defunded in 1995, leaving Congress without this valuable resource.
The bill proposes to reestablish the OTA and enhance its capabilities by providing funding for research, hiring qualified staff, and updating its technology and resources. The OTA would be tasked with conducting in-depth analysis of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and biotechnology, to help Congress make informed decisions on legislation related to these areas.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure the independence and non-partisanship of the OTA, as well as transparency in its operations. It also calls for regular reports to be submitted to Congress on the office's activities and findings. Overall, the Office of Technology Assessment Improvement and Enhancement Act seeks to provide Congress with the necessary tools and expertise to navigate the increasingly complex technological landscape and make informed decisions that benefit the American people.
The bill proposes to reestablish the OTA and enhance its capabilities by providing funding for research, hiring qualified staff, and updating its technology and resources. The OTA would be tasked with conducting in-depth analysis of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and biotechnology, to help Congress make informed decisions on legislation related to these areas.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure the independence and non-partisanship of the OTA, as well as transparency in its operations. It also calls for regular reports to be submitted to Congress on the office's activities and findings. Overall, the Office of Technology Assessment Improvement and Enhancement Act seeks to provide Congress with the necessary tools and expertise to navigate the increasingly complex technological landscape and make informed decisions that benefit the American people.
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Current Status of Bill S 2618
Bill S 2618 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2023. Bill S 2618 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 27, 2023. Bill S 2618's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of July 27, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2618
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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