Bills · HR 5457
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5457Licensing and registrationsGovernment studies and investigations
Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets Act
INTRO SEP 18· LAST ACTION DEC 16
READING
12MIN
COSPONSORS
3BIPARTISAN
READER REACTIONS0 TOTAL
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 4 / 8Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThe federal government spends billions of dollars on software each year, but often agencies lack a clear, complete understanding of what they own, what they use, and what they truly need. This can lead to significant waste, such as paying for unused software licenses, maintaining duplicate systems, or incurring hidden costs through complex contracts.
If this bill becomes law, it could help agencies identify and eliminate this waste, potentially saving taxpayer money and freeing up resources for other critical government functions. It would also push agencies to improve how their software systems work together, leading to more efficient operations and better public services. Without this law, agencies might continue to operate with less transparency and accountability in their software management, perpetuating inefficiencies and missed opportunities for cost savings.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires most federal agencies to conduct a 'comprehensive assessment' of all their software assets within 18 months of the law's enactment.
This forces agencies to take a detailed inventory and analysis of a major area of government spending.
PROVISION 02
The assessment must identify software that is paid for but not deployed or used, or that creates duplication and is deemed unnecessary.
This provision directly targets wasteful spending on unused or redundant software licenses and services.
PROVISION 03
Agencies must analyze total software costs, including hidden fees, cloud usage costs, upgrades, and compliance with licensing policies.
It aims to uncover the true financial impact of software and ensure agencies are managing their contracts effectively.
PROVISION 04
Completed assessments must be submitted to the agency head, then forwarded to key federal oversight bodies and Congressional committees.
This ensures accountability and provides transparency to external reviewers regarding agency software management.
PROVISION 05
Agencies may use contractors for the assessment, but they must avoid conflicts of interest and maintain operational independence.
This allows agencies to bring in outside expertise while attempting to ensure the integrity and objectivity of the assessment.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 3
D· Ohio
YRS IN OFFICE
4
BILLS LED
26
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 66%
DEM 1 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
11 EVENTSDEC 16
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
DEC 15
Mr. Timmons moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
DEC 15
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5862-5864)
DEC 15
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5457.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5457
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedSep 18, 2025
Last actionDec 16, 2025
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 18, 2025
House BillHR 5457Licensing and registrationsGovernment studies and investigations
Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets Act
INTRODUCED SEP 18, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 16, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
12 min
COSPONSORS
3
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
