Open-Source Standards Reporting Act of 2024

HR 9663, the Open-Source Standards Reporting Act of 2024, requires the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) to publicly disclose standards for implementing "modular open system approaches" in defense contracts within one year of the bill's enactment. This applies directly to DOD contracting officials and affects all defense contracts using these open-source standards. If the DOD decides not to disclose specific standards, the Secretary or service acquisition executive must submit a written justification report to Congress explaining the decision. The bill aims to increase transparency in defense contracting by making these technical standards accessible to the public, unless a formal exception is justified and reported.