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Introduced
01/09/2019
01/09/2019
In Committee
07/17/2019
07/17/2019
Crossed Over
09/30/2020
09/30/2020
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
Cyber Sense Act of 2020 Cyber Sense Act of 2020 This bill requires the Department of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system. The bulk-power system includes facilities and control systems necessary for operating an interconnected electric energy transmission network.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, which includes facilities and control systems necessary for operating an interconnected electric energy transmission network. The bill outlines various program requirements, such as establishing a testing process, maintaining a cybersecurity vulnerability reporting database, providing technical assistance, reviewing products and technologies for vulnerabilities, and developing guidance for electric utilities on procurement. The bill also addresses the disclosure of information and the federal government's liability related to the testing of products and technologies under the Cyber Sense program.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (on 09/30/2020)
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