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U.S. Legislation/Policy - General (U.S. Policy) |
| Author: | Joseph Lieberman, U.S. Senator |
| Abstract: | This report summarizes the E-Government Act of 2001 from the point of view of OMB Watch. Senator Lieberman presented the 90-page bill to the U.S. Senate on May 1, 2001. This comprehensive bill on e-government focuses on the government's management of information content for access and accountability. One of the key components of the E-Government Act of 2001 is the establishment of a Federal CIO who would implement information policies, provide leadership for several inter-organizational councils or forums, establish standards and protocols for IT interoperability in consultation with agency CIO's and NIST, establish government-wide computer security policies, assist in ensuring the effective implementation of electronic procurement initiatives, and administer a central fund for interagency projects and innovative IT initiatives. The bill would also clearly establish by statute the authority and responsibilities of the CIO Council. Other key facets of this bill include the development of common protocols for geospatial information systems; the creation of a centralized online portal and directory of Federal Websites; the promotion of digital preservation, accessibility, and electronic signature standards; the creation of an online, national library; and the creation of a Federal Information Technology Training Center. Senate hearings were to begin in July 2001. |
| Publisher: | ICSTI |
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| Date Published: | 2001-06 |
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| Resource Type: | Report |
| Language: | English |
| Format: | HTML |
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