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Promoting United States Leadership in Standards Act of 2024
8/1/2024, 11:03 AM
Summary of Bill S 3849
Bill 118 s 3849, also known as the Promoting United States Leadership in Standards Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of enhancing the country's role in setting international standards. The bill focuses on promoting American leadership in the development and implementation of standards across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and healthcare.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a National Standards Strategy, which would outline the priorities and goals for US participation in international standard-setting bodies. This strategy would help ensure that American interests are represented and advanced in the development of global standards, which can have a significant impact on trade and competitiveness.
Additionally, the bill calls for increased coordination and collaboration between government agencies, industry stakeholders, and other relevant parties to promote the adoption of US standards both domestically and internationally. This would help streamline the standard-setting process and ensure that American standards are widely accepted and implemented. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for funding and support for research and development efforts related to standards, as well as measures to enhance the training and education of individuals involved in standard-setting activities. These initiatives are aimed at strengthening the US's position as a leader in setting standards that drive innovation and economic growth. Overall, the Promoting United States Leadership in Standards Act of 2024 seeks to bolster American leadership in the development and implementation of standards, with the goal of promoting economic growth, innovation, and competitiveness on the global stage.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a National Standards Strategy, which would outline the priorities and goals for US participation in international standard-setting bodies. This strategy would help ensure that American interests are represented and advanced in the development of global standards, which can have a significant impact on trade and competitiveness.
Additionally, the bill calls for increased coordination and collaboration between government agencies, industry stakeholders, and other relevant parties to promote the adoption of US standards both domestically and internationally. This would help streamline the standard-setting process and ensure that American standards are widely accepted and implemented. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for funding and support for research and development efforts related to standards, as well as measures to enhance the training and education of individuals involved in standard-setting activities. These initiatives are aimed at strengthening the US's position as a leader in setting standards that drive innovation and economic growth. Overall, the Promoting United States Leadership in Standards Act of 2024 seeks to bolster American leadership in the development and implementation of standards, with the goal of promoting economic growth, innovation, and competitiveness on the global stage.
Congressional Summary of S 3849
Promoting United States Leadership in Standards Act of 2024
This bill requires the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to support U.S. involvement in the development of standards for artificial intelligence (AI) through briefings, pilot programs, and other activities.
Specifically, NIST must (1) brief Congress on opportunities for the federal government to participate in the process for developing technical standards for AI, (2) establish a web portal to inform U.S. industries and federal agencies of international efforts and opportunities to develop such standards, and (3) establish a pilot program and award associated grants to support stakeholder meetings in the U.S. on developing such standards.
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Current Status of Bill S 3849
Bill S 3849 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 29, 2024. Bill S 3849 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 29, 2024. Bill S 3849's most recent activity was Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably. as of July 31, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3849
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3849
Primary Policy Focus
Science, Technology, CommunicationsAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3849
Promoting United States Leadership in Standards Act of 2024
Promoting United States Leadership in Standards Act of 2024
A bill to promote United States leadership in technical standards by directing the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Department of State to take certain actions to encourage and enable United States participation in developing standards and specifications for artificial intelligence and other critical and emerging technologies, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3849
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