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Increased Transparency and Cybersecurity in State Department IT Procurement

A new bill aims to enhance citizen data security by requiring the State Department to report in detail on large information technology contracts. This ensures greater public confidence that data is protected and that public spending is transparent and justified in terms of cybersecurity.
Key points
The State Department will be required to annually report on all IT contracts over $10 million, detailing cybersecurity risks and mitigation strategies.
Reports will include justification for vendor and technology choices, increasing transparency in public spending and accountability for data security.
The bill seeks to improve the protection of citizen data and government systems from cyberattacks by prioritizing cybersecurity in procurement processes.
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Print number: 118_HR_6256
Sponsor: Rep. Baird, James R. [R-IN-4]
Process start date: 2023-11-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To require that the Chief Information Officer of the Bureau of Information Resources submit an annual report that lists all the information technology procurement awards and contracts that were awarded over $10,000,000.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6256.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The State Department will be required to annually report on all IT contracts over $10 million, detailing cybersecurity risks and mitigation strategies.
  • Reports will include justification for vendor and technology choices, increasing transparency in public spending and accountability for data security.
  • The bill seeks to improve the protection of citizen data and government systems from cyberattacks by prioritizing cybersecurity in procurement processes.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Baird, James R. [R-IN-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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Informatization Security Public Investments