Modernizing Data Practices to Improve Government Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (20 Nov 2024): Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 39 - 0.
What this bill does
H.R. 10151, the Modernizing Data Practices to Improve Government Act, would amend existing law to update how federal agencies manage and use data, particularly in relation to artificial intelligence. It would define terms like "artificial intelligence" and "data governance" within federal law. The bill also aims to clarify the roles and responsibilities of Chief Data Officers and establish reporting requirements for a council focused on improving data governance.
The bill affects federal agencies by outlining new requirements for their Chief Data Officers and a Chief Data Officer Council. It requires the council to identify ways to improve data governance, evaluate new technology, and ensure public data is transparent and high-quality. The council would also provide recommendations on using emerging technology and artificial intelligence, including how to train and test AI systems and manage synthetic data.
This bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and was ordered to be reported, meaning the committee overseeing it has approved it and it will likely move to the full House for consideration. The bill specifies that no additional funds are authorized for its implementation.
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Timeline
20 Nov 2024
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 39 - 0.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10151 do?
- H.R. 10151, the Modernizing Data Practices to Improve Government Act, would amend existing law to update how federal agencies manage and use data, particularly in relation to artificial intelligence. It would define terms like "artificial intelligence" and "data governance" within federal law. The bill also aims to clarify the roles and responsibilities of Chief Data Officers and establish reporting requirements for a council focused on improving data governance. The bill affects federal agencies by outlining new requirements for their Chief Data Officers and a Chief Data Officer Council. It requires the council to identify ways to improve data governance, evaluate new technology, and ensure public data is transparent and high-quality. The council would also provide recommendations on using emerging technology and artificial intelligence, including how to train and test AI systems and manage synthetic data. This bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and was ordered to be reported, meaning the committee overseeing it has approved it and it will likely move to the full House for consideration. The bill specifies that no additional funds are authorized for its implementation.
- Has H.R. 10151 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10151. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10151?
- H.R. 10151 was sponsored by Rep. Lee, Summer L. [D-PA-12] (D-PA), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10151?
- Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 39 - 0. (20 Nov 2024).
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