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US S1324

Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve Act


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Introduced
04/22/2021
In Committee
07/14/2021
Crossed Over
12/21/2022
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

AN ACT To establish a Civilian Cyber Security Reserve as a pilot project to address the cyber security needs of the United States with respect to national security, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve as a pilot project within the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to provide additional capacity for responding to significant cybersecurity incidents. The bill outlines the purpose, eligibility criteria, and appointment process for the reserve, which allows CISA to temporarily appoint qualified individuals with cybersecurity expertise from various backgrounds, such as former federal employees, members of the uniformed services, and state/local government employees. The bill also requires CISA to conduct a study, develop an implementation plan, and issue guidance for the pilot project, while providing for congressional oversight through regular briefings and a final report.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Message on Senate action sent to the House. (on 12/21/2022)

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