To modify the annual report on the Navy Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program.
Summary
H.R. 5192 proposes to modify the annual report on the Navy Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program. The modification involves including information on the incorporation of digital infrastructure, such as hardware, software, and cloud storage, and platforms in the report. This aims to provide a more comprehensive overview of the program's progress and investments.
Expected Effects
The bill will expand the scope of the annual report to include digital infrastructure. This change will likely lead to increased transparency and oversight of the Navy's efforts to modernize its shipyards. It may also influence future funding decisions related to digital upgrades.
Potential Benefits
- Improved transparency regarding digital infrastructure investments.
- Enhanced oversight of the Navy's modernization efforts.
- Potential for more informed decision-making regarding shipyard upgrades.
- May drive innovation in digital technologies within the Navy.
- Could lead to more efficient and effective shipyard operations.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased reporting burden on the Navy.
- Risk of over-emphasizing digital infrastructure at the expense of other critical areas.
- Possible delays in project implementation due to increased reporting requirements.
- May not address underlying issues hindering shipyard optimization.
- Limited direct impact on the daily lives of most Americans.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the constitutional power granted to Congress in Article I, Section 8 to provide for the common defense and to make all laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into execution the foregoing powers. By modifying the reporting requirements for the Navy Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program, Congress is exercising its oversight role in ensuring the effective use of taxpayer dollars for national defense purposes.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).