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DoD Digital Content Authentication: Mandating Briefings on Training and Pilot Programs.

This bill mandates the Department of Defense (DoD) to regularly brief Congress on the progress of establishing training courses and pilot programs focused on verifying the authenticity and origin of digital media content. While not directly affecting citizens' daily routines, this measure aims to enhance information security and ensure that official military communications are trustworthy and protected against digital manipulation. Citizens can expect greater confidence in the authenticity of information published by the military.
Key points
Mandatory Reporting: The DoD must provide Congress with briefings within 60 days of the enactment of the next defense authorization act regarding digital content verification efforts.
Training and Pilot Programs: Reports cover the status of developing educational courses and a pilot program designed to confirm the provenance and authenticity of DoD digital media.
Goal: To strengthen the military's ability to combat disinformation by ensuring that its published digital content is verifiable and authentic.
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Print number: 118_S_4600
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2024-06-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require the Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs to provide a briefing on the status of establishing a course of education on authentication of digital content provenance and a briefing on a pilot program on authentication of digital content provenance, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4600.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-06-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory Reporting: The DoD must provide Congress with briefings within 60 days of the enactment of the next defense authorization act regarding digital content verification efforts.
  • Training and Pilot Programs: Reports cover the status of developing educational courses and a pilot program designed to confirm the provenance and authenticity of DoD digital media.
  • Goal: To strengthen the military's ability to combat disinformation by ensuring that its published digital content is verifiable and authentic.
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. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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