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H.R. 2985: Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act

A House bill (H.R.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.

Overview

Congress119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026)
TypeHouse bill (H.R.)
Originating chamberHouse
Introduced2025-04-24
SponsorRep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1]
Policy areaGovernment Operations and Politics
Cosponsors2
Latest action2026-02-04 — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 42 - 0.
Last updated2026-07-30

Summary

Official summary (Introduced in House, 2025-04-24):

Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act

This bill reauthorizes through 2032 and revises the Technology Modernization Fund (TMF). (The TMF is a revolving fund administered by the General Services Administration to improve information technology and enhance cybersecurity across the federal government.) 

Changes to the TMF include

  • requiring the Office of the Federal Chief Information Officer to annually submit to Congress (1) a list of the 10 legacy information technology (IT) systems that present the greatest security, privacy, and operational risks to the federal government; and (2) each federal agency's list of high-risk legacy IT systems;
  • authorizing TMF funding for IT projects that improve the ability of the agency to perform its mission and deliver services to the public;
  • additional requirements for agencies that receive funds to reimburse the TMF (for example, funds used for services or work in direct support of a project must be fully reimbursed); and
  • revising the criteria by which agency proposals for TMF funding are evaluated to include the (1) impact of modernizing, retiring, or replacing legacy IT systems; and (2) ability of an agency to repay funds provided.

Cosponsors (2)

NameParty / state
Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11] D VA (original cosponsor) 2025-04-24
Shontel M. Brown D OH 2025-05-07

Full text & official record

The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for H.R. 2985 are published by Congress on congress.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is H.R. 2985?

H.R. 2985 is a House bill (H.R.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the House. Official title: Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act.

Where can I read the full bill text?

The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for H.R. 2985 are available on congress.gov.

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