To require a report on Federal support to the cybersecurity of commercial satellite systems, and for other purposes.
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Legislative Progress
ReportedReported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Mr. Peters (for himself and Mr. Cornyn) introduced the following …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Directs GAO to study federal efforts supporting commercial satellite cybersecurity and requires CISA to develop a clearinghouse of cybersecurity resources for satellite system operators. Addresses growing cyber threats to space-based infrastructure.
Who Benefits and How
- Commercial satellite operators gain access to centralized cybersecurity resources and threat information
- Critical infrastructure sectors dependent on satellites receive improved cyber resilience support
- CISA gains explicit mandate to coordinate satellite cybersecurity efforts
Who Bears the Burden and How
- CISA and DHS must develop and maintain the clearinghouse with staff and resources
- GAO must conduct comprehensive 2-year study on federal satellite cybersecurity support
Key Provisions
- GAO study due within 2 years on federal satellite cybersecurity actions
- CISA must develop commercial satellite system cybersecurity clearinghouse
- Covers satellites, ground infrastructure, and transmission links owned by U.S. non-federal entities
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Requires GAO study on federal support for commercial satellite cybersecurity and directs CISA to establish a cybersecurity clearinghouse for satellite operators
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Strengthen commercial satellite cybersecurity through federal coordination and information sharing"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_director"
- → Director of CISA
- "comptroller_general"
- → Comptroller General
Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
System owned by non-Federal U.S. entity with at least one satellite, ground support, and transmission links
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