S-1471 : Still Just a Bill

Armed Forces Digital Advantage Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to promote and maintain digital engineering as a core competency of the Armed Forces.

In addition, DOD must (1) create the position of Chief Digital Engineering Recruitment and Management Officer, which shall expire on September 30, 2029; (2) develop and enhance recruitment and training programs for digital engineering talent; and (3) annually report on the readiness of digital forces and progress toward achieving digital engineering policies.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2019-05-15IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.Senate
2019-05-15IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
See Subjects
  • Computers and information technology
  • Congressional oversight
  • Digital media
  • Military education and training
  • Military personnel and dependents
  • Military readiness
  • Performance measurement

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