To require a plan to improve the cybersecurity and telecommunications of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet, and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Alex Padilla
D-CA | Primary Sponsor
Legislative Progress
Passed SenateReported by Mr. Cruz, with an amendment
Passed Senate (inferred from es version)
Mr. Padilla (for himself and Mr. Sullivan) introduced the following …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Requires development of a plan to improve the cybersecurity and telecommunications security of federal government systems.
Who Benefits and How
- Federal government gains improved cyber defenses
- National security is enhanced through better telecom security
- Citizens benefit from protected government systems
Who Bears the Burden and How
- Federal agencies must implement security improvements
- Cybersecurity planning costs
Key Provisions
- Plan for cybersecurity improvement
- Addresses telecommunications vulnerabilities
- Applies to federal systems
Evidence Chain:
This summary is derived from the structured analysis below. See "Detailed Analysis" for per-title beneficiaries/burden bearers with clause-level evidence links.
Primary Purpose
Requires plan to improve cybersecurity and telecommunications security of federal systems.
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Strengthen federal cybersecurity posture"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
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