SMART BASE Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (3 Oct 2018): Referred to the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities.
What this bill does
The SMART BASE Act would require the Secretary of Defense to conduct a study on the use of "smart technology" on military installations. This study would examine how such technologies, which include automation, artificial intelligence, and interconnected devices, could potentially improve military readiness, enhance services for service members and their families, and increase physical and cybersecurity. It would also look into potential cost savings through improved efficiency.
The study would identify installations already using smart technology, detail their implementation, costs, and effects. It would also identify technologies for broader adoption, review cybersecurity risks and mitigation strategies, and include any other relevant matters the Secretary deems appropriate. The findings and any recommendations would be reported to Congress by December 31, 2019.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in October 2018 by Representative Darrell Issa and has been referred to the Committee on Armed Services. Its current status is "Introduced."
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Official summary
Strengthening our Military Assets by Researching Technology to Better Assure Security and Efficiency Act or the SMART BASE Act
This bill directs the Department of Defense to report to Congress on the effects of using smart technology (i.e., interconnected devices and appliances that rely on technologies such as automation, artificial intelligence, and wireless communications) on military installations.
Timeline
3 Oct 2018
Referred to the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 7011 do?
- The SMART BASE Act would require the Secretary of Defense to conduct a study on the use of "smart technology" on military installations. This study would examine how such technologies, which include automation, artificial intelligence, and interconnected devices, could potentially improve military readiness, enhance services for service members and their families, and increase physical and cybersecurity. It would also look into potential cost savings through improved efficiency. The study would identify installations already using smart technology, detail their implementation, costs, and effects. It would also identify technologies for broader adoption, review cybersecurity risks and mitigation strategies, and include any other relevant matters the Secretary deems appropriate. The findings and any recommendations would be reported to Congress by December 31, 2019. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in October 2018 by Representative Darrell Issa and has been referred to the Committee on Armed Services. Its current status is "Introduced."
- Has H.R. 7011 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 7011. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 7011?
- H.R. 7011 was sponsored by Rep. Issa, Darrell E. [R-CA-49] (R-CA), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 7011?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities. (3 Oct 2018).
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