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Introduced
12/11/2019
12/11/2019
In Committee
01/03/2020
01/03/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require certain coordination between the Department of Homeland Security and Federal and non-Federal entities relating to cybersecurity risks and incidents, and for other purposes. 1
AI Summary
This bill, the Strengthening State and Local Cybersecurity Defenses Act, amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require coordination between the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and federal and non-federal entities (e.g., state/local governments, private sector) regarding cybersecurity risks and incidents. Key provisions include: DHS conducting cybersecurity exercises and training, assisting with sharing cyber threat information, providing cybersecurity tools and best practices, and promoting cybersecurity education and awareness. The bill aims to enhance the security and resilience of civilian information systems, including election systems, by facilitating collaboration between DHS and various stakeholders.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (11)
Van Taylor (R)*,
Josh Gottheimer (D),
Al Green (D),
Michael Guest (R),
Will Hurd (R),
Michael McCaul (R),
Jimmy Panetta (D),
John Ratcliffe (R),
Mike Rogers (R),
Elissa Slotkin (D),
Mark Walker (R),
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation. (on 01/03/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/5394/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr5394/BILLS-116hr5394ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr5394/BILLS-116hr5394ih.pdf.pdf |
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