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Grants to Improve State Data Security and Government Efficiency.

This Act establishes a federal grant program, managed by the Secretary of Commerce, to help states modernize their IT systems and data infrastructure. The goal is to enhance the security of your personal data held by state agencies and improve the speed and efficiency of public services provided. The program ensures that state decisions are based on better, more current information.
Key points
States can receive between $1.5 million and $5 million for projects focused on data management and analysis.
A core objective is strengthening IT security and protecting citizen privacy in compliance with all applicable laws.
Better data utilization is expected to result in faster and more effective administration of state programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8751
Sponsor: Rep. Bucshon, Larry [R-IN-8]
Process start date: 2024-06-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Government Data-Driven Decisions Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8751.

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 2024-06-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States can receive between $1.5 million and $5 million for projects focused on data management and analysis.
  • A core objective is strengthening IT security and protecting citizen privacy in compliance with all applicable laws.
  • Better data utilization is expected to result in faster and more effective administration of state programs.
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. Bucshon, Larry [R-IN-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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