S. 884 would establish a task force to coordinate federal, state, and private-sector efforts to develop digital identity credentials, such as driver’s licenses, passports, and birth certificates. The task force would identify best practices and publish guidelines for federal and state agencies to consider when implementing digital identity programs. Under the bill, the task force would submit periodic reports to the Congress on its findings and would terminate three years after enactment. The bill also would require the Office of Management and Budget to issue guidance to federal agencies on implementing digital identity programs and would require the Government Accountability Office to report on the costs and benefits of adopting digital identities.
