To amend the Digital Coast Act to improve the acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data of the Digital Coast program and to extend the program.
Summary
The bill S. 2245 aims to amend the Digital Coast Act to enhance the acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data within the Digital Coast program. It focuses on making data more freely available, including underground infrastructure data, and extends the program's authorization through 2030. The bill was reported in the Senate with an amendment and includes changes to data accessibility and training limitations.
Expected Effects
If enacted, this bill will result in improved data availability and integration for coastal management. The extension of the program ensures continued support for coastal communities. Limiting training to technical instruction may impact the scope of educational opportunities.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced data accessibility for coastal management and planning.
- Inclusion of underground infrastructure data improves decision-making.
- Extension of the Digital Coast program ensures continued support.
- Freely available data promotes transparency and public engagement.
- Focus on technical training ensures effective data utilization.
Potential Disadvantages
- Limiting training to technical instruction may reduce the scope of educational opportunities.
- Potential costs associated with data acquisition and integration.
- No clear disadvantages are apparent from the document provided, but implementation challenges may arise.
- The bill does not address potential privacy concerns related to increased data accessibility.
- The bill does not address the potential for misuse of the data.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the General Welfare Clause of the Constitution, as it aims to improve coastal management and data accessibility, which can benefit the public. Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 grants Congress the power to provide for the general welfare of the United States. The bill's focus on data and infrastructure does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
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).