Improving Government Data-Driven Decisions Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (14 Jun 2024): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
What this bill does
This bill, H.R. 8751, titled the "Improving Government Data-Driven Decisions Act," would direct the Secretary of Commerce to create a grant program. This program would provide grants to state governments to support projects focused on building centralized data sharing, correlation, and analysis capacity. The aim is to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of state programs and services.
The grants would be used to leverage state-maintained data infrastructure, enhance information technology systems for better data security, and increase state agencies' capabilities in data management, analytics, and the use of intelligent technologies. The program also emphasizes protecting individual privacy by adhering to privacy laws. Eligible recipients are state governments, and grants would range from $1,500,000 to $5,000,000 per award.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on June 14, 2024, and was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. It has not yet been voted on. The bill authorizes $41,000,000 to be appropriated annually for this grant program for fiscal years 2024 through 2028.
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Timeline
14 Jun 2024
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 8751 do?
- This bill, H.R. 8751, titled the "Improving Government Data-Driven Decisions Act," would direct the Secretary of Commerce to create a grant program. This program would provide grants to state governments to support projects focused on building centralized data sharing, correlation, and analysis capacity. The aim is to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of state programs and services. The grants would be used to leverage state-maintained data infrastructure, enhance information technology systems for better data security, and increase state agencies' capabilities in data management, analytics, and the use of intelligent technologies. The program also emphasizes protecting individual privacy by adhering to privacy laws. Eligible recipients are state governments, and grants would range from $1,500,000 to $5,000,000 per award. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on June 14, 2024, and was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. It has not yet been voted on. The bill authorizes $41,000,000 to be appropriated annually for this grant program for fiscal years 2024 through 2028.
- Has H.R. 8751 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 8751. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 8751?
- H.R. 8751 was sponsored by Rep. Bucshon, Larry [R-IN-8] (R-IN), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 8751?
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. (14 Jun 2024).
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