To require the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency of the Department of Homeland Security to develop a campaign program to raise awareness regarding the importance of cybersecurity in the United States.
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Legislative Progress
ReportedReported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Mr. Peters (for himself and Mr. Cassidy) introduced the following …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Directs CISA to establish a program for planning and coordinating federal cybersecurity awareness campaigns, informing the public about cyber hygiene best practices, and preventing cyberattacks.
Who Benefits and How
The general public benefits from coordinated federal cybersecurity education. Small businesses and individuals gain access to cyber hygiene best practices. Critical infrastructure operators benefit from consistent federal messaging on cyber threats.
Who Bears the Burden and How
CISA must establish and run the awareness campaign program within 90 days. CISA must coordinate with private sector and consult industry on best practices.
Key Provisions
- Establishes CISA Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign Program
- Requires public education on cyberattack prevention and risk mitigation
- Mandates private sector consultation on best practices
- Coordinates federal cyber awareness messaging
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Requires CISA to establish a program for coordinating federal cybersecurity awareness campaigns and promoting cyber hygiene best practices
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Improve national cyber resilience through coordinated public education"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_director"
- → Director of CISA
Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
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