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Modernizing Data Practices to Improve Government Act

1/14/2025, 7:03 PM

Summary of Bill S 5109

Bill 118 s 5109, also known as the Modernizing Data Practices to Improve Government Act, aims to update and streamline data practices within the US government. The bill focuses on improving the way government agencies collect, store, and utilize data to make more informed decisions and better serve the public.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of standardized data practices across all government agencies. This will ensure consistency and compatibility in data collection and sharing, making it easier for agencies to collaborate and share information. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the protection of sensitive data, such as personal information and national security data, to prevent unauthorized access and misuse.

Another important component of the bill is the promotion of data transparency and accessibility. The bill requires government agencies to make their data publicly available in a user-friendly format, allowing citizens and researchers to easily access and analyze government data. This transparency will help increase accountability and improve public trust in government decision-making. Overall, the Modernizing Data Practices to Improve Government Act seeks to modernize and improve the way government agencies handle data, with the goal of increasing efficiency, transparency, and accountability in government operations.

Current Status of Bill S 5109

Bill S 5109 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 19, 2024. Bill S 5109 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 19, 2024.  Bill S 5109's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 744. as of December 19, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5109

Total Number of Sponsors
6
Democrat Sponsors
6
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
3
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5109

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5109

Modernizing Data Practices to Improve Government Act
Modernizing Data Practices to Improve Government Act
A bill to amend section 3520A of title 44, United States Code, to extend the Chief Data Officer Council's sunset and add new authorities for improving Federal agency data governance, including to enable reliable and secure adoption of emerging technologies and artificial intelligence, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Adrian Rouse

709

1 year ago

I don't like this bill, it's gonna mess up everything for us regular folks. Why they gotta make things so complicated? I just want things to stay the same, this is too much to handle. Can't they just leave things alone?

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