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Reinstating Chief Management Officer to Boost Pentagon Efficiency and Oversight.

This Act reinstates the critical position of the Chief Management Officer (CMO) within the Department of Defense (DoD) to oversee and streamline the Pentagon's internal business operations, including finance, logistics, and IT. The goal is to increase spending efficiency and resource management, ensuring better use of taxpayer dollars in defense. The CMO will have the authority to review and certify the efficiency of defense agencies' business operation budgets.
Key points
Reinstates the civilian Chief Management Officer position in the Pentagon, responsible for managing cross-cutting business operations and shared services.
The CMO will review defense agency budgets (starting FY 2025) to eliminate duplication and maximize the efficiency of public spending.
The changes aim to improve the use of public funds by centralizing and optimizing the management of internal systems (e.g., IT, logistics, human resources).
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Print number: 118_S_2040
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2023-06-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pentagon Management Oversight Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2040.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Reinstates the civilian Chief Management Officer position in the Pentagon, responsible for managing cross-cutting business operations and shared services.
  • The CMO will review defense agency budgets (starting FY 2025) to eliminate duplication and maximize the efficiency of public spending.
  • The changes aim to improve the use of public funds by centralizing and optimizing the management of internal systems (e.g., IT, logistics, human resources).
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 Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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