Bill Overview
Title: To establish within the Executive Office of the President a Technology Competitiveness Council.
Description: This bill establishes a Technology Competitiveness Council. The President shall establish such council within the Executive Office of the President. The council's responsibilities include developing recommendations for the President on U.S. technology competitiveness and technology-related issues, advising and assisting the President in the development and implementation of national technology policy and strategy; and developing and overseeing the implementation of an annual National Technology Strategy. The strategy shall be designed to maintain U.S. leadership in critical and emerging technologies essential to U.S. national security and economic prosperity.
Sponsors: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]
Target Audience
Population: People involved or impacted by technology industries and policies
Estimated Size: 330000000
- The establishment of the Technology Competitiveness Council is primarily focused on strategizing at a national and governmental level regarding technology policies.
- The council's activities will directly relate to U.S. national security and economic policies.
- Changes in technology policy and new technology strategies could indirectly impact industries involved in tech innovation, academia involved in tech-related research, and the general workforce in tech sectors.
- As U.S. technology policy impacts global technological interactions and commerce, there may be broader international implications, particularly for countries and entities collaborating with U.S. tech industries.
Reasoning
- Given the nature of the policy, its direct impact will be most visible in tech-related industries, academia, and among policy analysts and strategists.
- The policy's budget constraints suggest that its immediate tangible effects might be limited, with more significant benefits potentially occurring indirectly over time as strategies are developed and implemented.
- Certain groups within the U.S., such as those directly working in technology and sectors heavily reliant on emerging technologies, could experience notable impacts. Conversely, general consumers or those in industries less reliant on technology might not feel any direct effects.
- Scores on the Cantril wellbeing scale are used to represent perceived life satisfaction and can indicate perceived future security and prosperity linked to national technological advancements.
Simulated Interviews
Software Engineer (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The establishment of a council focused on tech competitiveness is crucial for maintaining our industry's leadership.
- I believe this will result in more funding and better policy alignment, enabling us to lead innovation in AI.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 10 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 10 | 7 |
Startup Founder (Austin, TX)
Age: 30 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- National strategies can provide the framework and stability needed for startups to thrive.
- If executed well, it can help my startup compete and collaborate internationally.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 10 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 10 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 10 | 4 |
Policy Analyst (Washington, D.C.)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Having a dedicated council should streamline government actions and cross-agency coordination on tech matters.
- It will provide more access to critical data for policy advisories.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Graduate Student (New York, NY)
Age: 25 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy could heavily influence my career prospects and direction.
- National strategies might open more opportunities for funding and collaboration in my field.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
Tech Retail Manager (Atlanta, GA)
Age: 40 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I am not sure how much this impacts retail directly, maybe indirectly through more innovative products in stores.
- There's potential for more advanced tech reaching consumers faster.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
CEO of a Tech Company (Seattle, WA)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- A cohesive national strategy is critical for sustained growth and competing on the global stage.
- It should help align federal support and incentives for tech companies.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 10 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 10 | 6 |
University Professor (Boston, MA)
Age: 60 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This council could drive more academic collaborations and increase funding for research.
- I'm hopeful for stronger ties between academia and industry.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 10 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 10 | 7 |
IT Consultant (Silicon Valley, CA)
Age: 35 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 13.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- With a strategic approach, the tech sector can become even more robust and innovative.
- My role could gain more demand as firms look to adapt to new strategies and technologies.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Non-Tech Industry Worker (Chicago, IL)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Although my job is not directly in tech, it's indirectly affected by tech advancements.
- A comprehensive strategy could enhance the digital advertising tools we use.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 4 |
Construction Worker (Denver, CO)
Age: 42 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I don't see how this tech council affects people in my line of work directly.
- Maybe advancements in tech could slowly trickle down to make construction safer or more efficient.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 4 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $50000000 (Low: $40000000, High: $60000000)
Year 2: $52000000 (Low: $42000000, High: $62000000)
Year 3: $54000000 (Low: $44000000, High: $64000000)
Year 5: $57000000 (Low: $47000000, High: $67000000)
Year 10: $63000000 (Low: $53000000, High: $73000000)
Year 100: $100000000 (Low: $90000000, High: $110000000)
Key Considerations
- The council's effectiveness depends significantly on its ability to collaborate with government agencies, tech industries, and academia.
- The dynamic and fast-evolving nature of technology sectors may pose challenges in keeping strategies relevant and effective.
- Coordination with existing technology advisory bodies is essential to avoid redundancy and duplication of efforts.