A bipartisan legislative initiative has been introduced by Representatives Kat Cammack and Darren Soto, aiming to incorporate blockchain technology into the Department of Commerce’s strategic agenda. The proposed legislation, known as the Deploying American Blockchains Act, seeks to designate the Secretary of Commerce as the principal advisor to the President on blockchain-related matters. This role would encompass the deployment, application, use, and competitive positioning of blockchain technology within the United States. Additionally, the bill outlines the establishment of a Blockchain Deployment Program to further its integration.

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AI Integration for Defense Audits

The emphasis on emerging technologies in governance is not limited to blockchain. In June, Representative David Schweikert successfully introduced several amendments to the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) in auditing the Pentagon. The initiative follows reports indicating that the Department of Defense has repeatedly failed to achieve a clean audit for seven consecutive years.

Schweikert pointed out the ongoing challenges in auditing the Pentagon, emphasizing the potential of AI in identifying and categorizing assets within the Department of Defense inventory. He stressed the importance of protecting taxpayers while ensuring national security by improving transparency and accountability in defense resources.

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