Bill > HR2417

This bill aims to improve how federal agencies manage and oversee their software assets by requiring a comprehensive, detailed assessment of each agency's software inventory and usage. The bill mandates that each agency's Chief Information Officer, working with other key officials, must conduct an in-depth review of their software entitlements, contracts, and usage within 18 months of the Act's enactment. This assessment must include a detailed accounting of software in use, information on software licenses, an analysis of contract compliance, and an evaluation of the total cost of software entitlements. Following the assessment, agencies must develop a strategic plan to consolidate software entitlements, improve acquisition strategies, and implement more cost-effective licensing approaches. The plan should include strategies for managing software assets, training employees on software acquisition, and maximizing software effectiveness through usage analytics and interoperability. The bill requires agencies to submit their assessments and plans to various government bodies, including the Office of Management and Budget and congressional committees. Additionally, the Comptroller General will be required to submit a report evaluating government-wide software asset management practices within three years of the Act's enactment. Notably, the bill specifies that no additional funds will be authorized to implement these requirements, meaning agencies must use existing resources to comply with the new mandates.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2417/all-info