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Pilot Program for Tracking Defense Contracts Awarded to Small Businesses and New Contractors.

This bill establishes a pilot program for the Department of Defense (DoD) to track the number and amounts of awards made to small businesses and nontraditional defense contractors using 'other transaction authority' (OTA). The goal is to increase transparency in defense spending and potentially boost opportunities for smaller entities in the defense sector, supporting innovation and local economies. The program is set to expire at the end of 2029, after which the DoD will recommend whether to make the data collection permanent.
Key points
The Department of Defense must establish a pilot program to track the value and number of contracts awarded to small businesses and nontraditional defense contractors.
The program focuses on contracts granted under 'other transaction authority' (OTA), including those carried out through consortia.
The program aims to minimize new reporting burdens on small businesses by maximizing the use of existing data structures.
The pilot program authority will expire on December 31, 2029, followed by a final briefing to Congress with recommendations for permanent data collection.
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Print number: 118_S_4882
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2024-07-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to establish a pilot program for tracking awards made through other transaction authority.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4882.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Defense must establish a pilot program to track the value and number of contracts awarded to small businesses and nontraditional defense contractors.
  • The program focuses on contracts granted under 'other transaction authority' (OTA), including those carried out through consortia.
  • The program aims to minimize new reporting burdens on small businesses by maximizing the use of existing data structures.
  • The pilot program authority will expire on December 31, 2029, followed by a final briefing to Congress with recommendations for permanent data collection.
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. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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

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