Bills · S 3306
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 3306Computers and information technologyComputer security and identity theft
Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act
INTRO DEC 2· LAST ACTION DEC 2
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because many parts of the federal government still rely on outdated computer systems that are expensive to maintain, vulnerable to cyberattacks, and can hinder efficient service delivery. The Technology Modernization Fund was created to address this, but this bill seeks to make that fund more effective and sustainable.
If this bill becomes law, it means federal tech upgrades will be more fiscally responsible, with agencies generally required to repay funds, ensuring the pool of money can 'revolve' and fund more projects over time. This approach could lead to more consistent modernization efforts and stronger cybersecurity across government. If it doesn't pass, the fund might continue to operate with less strict repayment rules, potentially limiting its long-term ability to support essential upgrades and leaving agencies more susceptible to the risks associated with legacy technology.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires agencies to reimburse the Technology Modernization Fund for amounts transferred for IT modernization projects.
This provision ensures the fund becomes self-sustaining, allowing it to support more projects over time without constant new appropriations.
PROVISION 02
Mandates that funding for projects be released incrementally, tied to metric-based development milestones achieved through rapid, iterative processes.
This promotes better project management and accountability, ensuring funds are released only as progress is demonstrated.
PROVISION 03
Requires the Administrator to suspend or terminate funding for any project where an agency provided fraudulent or misleading statements.
This strengthens oversight and integrity, preventing misuse of funds and ensuring transparency in project applications.
PROVISION 04
Clarifies that funds must be used to modernize, retire, or replace legacy IT systems, enhance cybersecurity, improve efficiency, and deliver public services.
This focuses the fund's mission on critical areas of government technology need, aligning with original intent.
PROVISION 05
Requires the Director to provide copies of written funding agreements to congressional committees within 10 days of request.
This increases congressional oversight and transparency regarding how TMF funds are being used by agencies.
SPONSORSHIP
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSDEC 2
Introduced in Senate
DEC 2
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 3306
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedDec 2, 2025
Last actionDec 2, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 2, 2025
Senate BillS 3306Computers and information technologyComputer security and identity theft
Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act
INTRODUCED DEC 2, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 2, 2025
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READING
10 min
COSPONSORS
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