What does Preamble of HR 2417 do?

This bill aims to improve the visibility, accountability, and oversight of agency software asset management practices. The bill is referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 2417 do?

This bill is formally titled the Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets Act.

What does DEFINITIONS. of HR 2417 do?

This section defines terms used throughout the Act. The term 'Administrator' refers to the Administrator of General Services. The definition of 'agency' aligns with section 3502 of title 44, United States Code, but excludes elements of the intelligence community. “Cloud computing” is defined by Special Publication 800-145 of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, or any successor document. “Cloud service provider” is defined by section 3607(b) of title 44, United States Code. A 'comprehensive assessment' is defined as one conducted pursuant to section 3(a). The 'Director' refers to the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. The 'intelligence community' is defined by section 3 of the National Security Act of 1947. A 'plan' is defined as one developed by a Chief Information Officer, or equivalent official, pursuant to section 4(a). “Software entitlement” refers to software purchased, leased, or licensed by an agency with use limitations. “Software inventory” refers to the inventory required by section 2(b)(2)(A) of the Making Electronic Government Accountable By Yielding Tangible Efficiencies Act of 2016 or subsequent guidance from the Director.

What does SOFTWARE INVENTORY UPDATE AND EXPANSION. of HR 2417 do?

This section mandates that each federal agency conduct a comprehensive assessment of its software inventory within 18 months of the Act's enactment. The assessment must include details on software entitlements, contracts, costs, interoperability, and restrictions on software deployment or access. Agencies are required to analyze the accuracy of the assessment, their compliance with software contracts, and the total cost of software ownership. Agencies may enter into contracts to support the assessment requirements, ensuring contractors maintain operational independence and avoid conflicts of interest. The assessment results are to be submitted to the agency head, the Director, the Administrator, the Comptroller General, and relevant Congressional committees. The Director and Administrator will share information and best practices to standardize the assessment process. Elements of the intelligence community must conduct separate assessments performed by designated entities, with protections for national security information, and submit summaries to the Director and relevant Congressional intelligence committees.

What does SOFTWARE MODERNIZATION PLANNING AT AGENCIES. of HR 2417 do?

This section requires each agency's Chief Information Officer (CIO) to develop a software modernization plan in consultation with other agency officials. The plan must consolidate software entitlements and establish criteria for cost-effective acquisition strategies, including enterprise licensing. Agencies must restrict software acquisition without CIO and Chief Acquisition Officer approval. The plan must include a strategy for remediating software asset management deficiencies and ongoing maintenance. Training is required for agency personnel on software acquisition, contract negotiation, and license management. The plan must identify software for conversion to more cost-effective licenses and estimate associated costs and savings. The plan must identify mitigations to minimize software license restrictions. Software purchases must be based on publicly available criteria, unless prohibited by law. Agencies must submit their plans to the Director and relevant congressional committees within one year of submitting their comprehensive assessment. The Director will establish processes to harmonize definitions and criteria to support agency plan development and implementation.

What does GAO REPORT. of HR 2417 do?

This section requires the Comptroller General of the United States to submit a report to specified congressional committees. The report is due within three years of the Act's enactment. The report must cover government-wide trends in agency software asset management practices. It will include comparisons of software asset management practices among agencies. The report will address the establishment of processes to harmonize definitions under section 4(e). It will assess agency compliance with restrictions on contract support under section 3(b). The Comptroller General will also include other analyses and findings regarding agency plans.

What does NO ADDITIONAL FUNDS. of HR 2417 do?

This section prohibits the authorization of additional funds for carrying out the Act.

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Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets Act — HR. 2417

Last updated: 3/27/2025 · Introduced: 3/27/2025

Author: Gerald Connolly (D-VA)

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Federal agencies must conduct a comprehensive assessment of their software inventory within 18 months, detailing software entitlements, contracts, costs, and interoperability.
Each agency's Chief Information Officer (CIO) must develop a software modernization plan to consolidate software, establish cost-effective acquisition strategies, and remediate deficiencies.
The Comptroller General will submit a report to Congress within three years, analyzing government-wide trends in agency software asset management practices and assessing compliance.

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