Modernizing Data Practices to Improve Government Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (19 Dec 2024): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 744.
What this bill does
This bill, S. 5109, aims to modernize how federal agencies manage and use data, particularly in relation to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. It would extend the life of the Chief Data Officer Council and grant it new authorities to improve how federal agencies handle their data. The bill would also require the Council to produce reports with recommendations and best practices for agencies on data governance, secure adoption of new technologies, and data quality.
The bill affects federal agencies by establishing new requirements and guidance for data management. It specifically addresses how agencies can reliably and securely adopt emerging technologies and artificial intelligence. The legislation also seeks to clarify the roles and responsibilities of various data-related officials within agencies, including Chief Data Officers, Chief Information Officers, and Chief Privacy Officers.
S. 5109 has been ordered reported by the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. This means the committee has reviewed the bill and voted to send it forward, possibly with amendments. The next step would be for the bill to be considered by the full Senate.
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Timeline
19 Dec 2024
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 744.
Common questions
- What does S. 5109 do?
- This bill, S. 5109, aims to modernize how federal agencies manage and use data, particularly in relation to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. It would extend the life of the Chief Data Officer Council and grant it new authorities to improve how federal agencies handle their data. The bill would also require the Council to produce reports with recommendations and best practices for agencies on data governance, secure adoption of new technologies, and data quality. The bill affects federal agencies by establishing new requirements and guidance for data management. It specifically addresses how agencies can reliably and securely adopt emerging technologies and artificial intelligence. The legislation also seeks to clarify the roles and responsibilities of various data-related officials within agencies, including Chief Data Officers, Chief Information Officers, and Chief Privacy Officers. S. 5109 has been ordered reported by the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. This means the committee has reviewed the bill and voted to send it forward, possibly with amendments. The next step would be for the bill to be considered by the full Senate.
- Has S. 5109 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 5109. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 5109?
- S. 5109 was sponsored by Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] (D-MI), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on S. 5109?
- Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 744. (19 Dec 2024).
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