Bill

Bill > HR5394


US HR5394

US HR5394
Strengthening State and Local Cybersecurity Defenses Act


summary

Introduced
12/11/2019
In Committee
01/03/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation. (on 01/03/2020)

bill text


bill summary

Loading...

bill summary

Loading...
Loading...