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Search Results: keywords:"cybersecurity"

H. R. 7585 — To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to require the promulgation of cybersecurity and digital service regulations relating to the use of EBT cards under the supplemental nutrition assistance program, and for other purposes.
March 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,827
H.R. 7585, titled the “Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act of 2024,” seeks to improve the security of Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards used in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The bill requires the implementation of new cybersecurity and digital...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7585 wants to make special cards used for buying food safer from bad guys by adding little computer chips to them and using safe machines to pay. It also wants to make sure people can quickly get new cards if theirs gets lost or broken without having to pay extra money.
H. R. 7630 — To require a plan to improve the cybersecurity and telecommunications of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet, and for other purposes.
May 23, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,484
H.R. 7630 aims to enhance the cybersecurity and telecommunications infrastructure of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet. The bill, known as the “ANCHOR Act,” mandates the Director of the National Science Foundation to submit a comprehensive plan within a year to Congress. This...
Simple Explanation
The ANCHOR Act is about making sure the ships that help scientists do research in the ocean are safe from bad guys on the internet and have good ways to talk to each other. It asks some very smart people to make a plan to keep the ships' computers safe and working well, and they have to tell this plan to the people in charge within a year.
H. R. 8512 — To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2025 for intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, the Community Management Account, and the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System, and for other purposes.
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September 11, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:25,815
The bill H. R. 8512 authorizes appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 for various intelligence-related activities and programs of the United States Government. It covers funding for the Community Management Account, intelligence operations, and the Central Intelligence...
Simple Explanation
This bill is like a big plan that tells the U.S. Government how much money it can spend in 2025 to keep the country safe by supporting spy activities and taking care of the people who work in these jobs, but there are some rules and questions about how to use the money wisely.
S. 3773 — To require the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services to evaluate the cybersecurity practices and protocols of the Department, and for other purposes.
February 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:448
S. 3773, titled the “Strengthening Cybersecurity in Health Care Act,” aims to enhance the cybersecurity practices of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). It mandates that the Inspector General of HHS evaluate the department's cybersecurity measures through tests...
Simple Explanation
S. 3773 is like giving the Department of Health a superhero team to protect its computers and secret stuff from bad guys on the internet. Every two years, the team checks to see if they need new shields or gadgets to stay safe.
S. 3758 — To address security vulnerabilities with respect to unmanned aircraft systems used by civilian Federal agencies, and for other purposes.
February 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,932
S. 3758, titled the “Drone Evaluation To Eliminate Cyber Threats Act” or the “DETECT Act,” aims to improve the security of unmanned aircraft systems (drones) used by civilian federal agencies. The bill mandates the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop...
Simple Explanation
The DETECT Act is a plan to make sure the drones used by the government are safe, by creating new rules to keep them secure and making sure they’re not used if they don’t follow these rules.
H. R. 9769 — An Act To ensure the security and integrity of United States critical infrastructure by establishing an interagency task force and requiring a comprehensive report on the targeting of United States critical infrastructure by People’s Republic of China state-sponsored cyber actors, and for other purposes.
December 10, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:2,386
H.R. 9769, also known as the “Strengthening Cyber Resilience Against State-Sponsored Threats Act,” aims to protect U.S. critical infrastructure from cyber threats by establishing a new task force. This task force, led by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9769 is a new plan to keep important things like power and water safe from hackers, especially those from China. It creates a special team to work together and make a list of ways to protect these important systems better.
H. R. 9783 — To establish a Government-wide approach to improving digital identity, and for other purposes.
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September 24, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,914
The Improving Digital Identity Act of 2024 aims to create a coordinated, nationwide approach to enhancing digital identity security and accessibility for individuals, businesses, and government agencies in the United States. It establishes the Improving Digital Identity Task...
Simple Explanation
The Improving Digital Identity Act of 2024 is like a big team project that helps everyone have a safer way to say who they are online, so people don't pretend to be them. It makes a special group in charge of figuring out smart and fair ways to do this for everyone, but it doesn't say exactly how much money they'll need or how they should pay for everything.
H. R. 9769 — To ensure the security and integrity of United States critical infrastructure by establishing an interagency task force and requiring a comprehensive report on the targeting of United States critical infrastructure by People’s Republic of China state-sponsored cyber actors, and for other purposes.
December 10, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:2,544
H.R. 9769, known as the "Strengthening Cyber Resilience Against State-Sponsored Threats Act," aims to protect U.S. critical infrastructure from cybersecurity threats posed by state-sponsored cyber actors from China, like Volt Typhoon. The bill mandates the formation of an...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9769 is like creating a special team to keep important things in America safe from bad guys on computers, especially from China. This team will check how safe things are, tell the grown-ups in charge what to do, and try to keep everyone in the loop, even though some things will be secret.
H. R. 9689 — An Act To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program, and for other purposes.
December 10, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:933
H. R. 9689 is a bill aimed at amending the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to create a cybersecurity internship program at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This program allows eligible U.S. citizens who are at least 16 years old and enrolled in educational programs such as high...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about creating a special program where young people can learn about keeping computers safe from bad guys by doing internships at a government place called the Department of Homeland Security. This program wants kids from all different kinds of schools to join and learn together.
H. R. 4510 — An Act To reauthorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, to update the mission and functions of the agency, and for other purposes.
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May 15, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:20,419
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration Reauthorization Act of 2024 aims to reauthorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and update its mission. This act increases funding for the agency, modernizes its...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give more money to a special group in charge of making sure we all have good internet and safe communication, but some people are worried that they might not spend the money wisely. It also changes some job titles and adds new offices to help with special projects like managing radio waves and keeping computers safe from bad things.
H. R. 8469 — To establish in the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency of the Department of Homeland Security a program to promote the cybersecurity field to disadvantaged communities, including older individuals, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, geographically diverse communities, socioeconomically diverse communities, women, individuals from nontraditional educational paths, individuals who are veterans, and individuals who were formerly incarcerated, and for other purposes.
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May 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,256
H. R. 8469, titled the “Diverse Cybersecurity Workforce Act of 2024,” aims to create a program within the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to promote cybersecurity careers among disadvantaged communities. This includes groups like older individuals, racial and...
Simple Explanation
The Diverse Cybersecurity Workforce Act of 2024 is a plan to help more people from different backgrounds, like older people, minorities, and veterans, get jobs in cybersecurity. They want to spend $20 million each year to teach and support these people to make the cybersecurity field more diverse.
H. R. 9758 — To require the Securities and Exchange Commission, Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and the Secretary of the Treasury to jointly carry out a study on decentralized finance.
September 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:922
The Evaluating DeFi Opportunities Act proposes that the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and the Secretary of the Treasury collaborate to conduct a study on decentralized finance, also known as DeFi. The study will examine aspects...
Simple Explanation
The Evaluating DeFi Opportunities Act wants some important people in finance to work together and learn about DeFi, which is like a cool new way to do money stuff online, and then tell the grown-ups in Congress what they found out.
H. R. 9769 — An Act To ensure the security and integrity of United States critical infrastructure by establishing an interagency task force and requiring a comprehensive report on the targeting of United States critical infrastructure by People’s Republic of China state-sponsored cyber actors, and for other purposes.
December 11, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,353
H.R. 9769, also known as the "Strengthening Cyber Resilience Against State-Sponsored Threats Act," aims to protect the United States' critical infrastructure from cyber threats by establishing an interagency task force. This task force, led by the Cybersecurity and...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9769 is a bill that wants to keep important U.S. systems safe from cyber attacks by creating a special team that watches for and stops hackers that might be from other countries, like China. This team will work together, share information, and report the dangers to Congress to try and make things safer for everyone.
H. R. 3565 — To authorize the Federal Communications Commission to use a system of competitive bidding to grant a license or a permit for use of electromagnetic spectrum and to direct proceeds from such a system of competitive bidding for communications and technology initiatives, and for other purposes.
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August 13, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:14,880
H. R. 3565 aims to allow the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to use competitive bidding to grant licenses for using the electromagnetic spectrum. The money raised from this bidding will be directed towards initiatives in communications and technology, along with other...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 3565 is a plan that lets a government group, the FCC, hold auctions to sell the rights to use airwaves for things like cell phones and TV. The money they make will help with better internet, emergency services, and new technology projects.
H. R. 9668 — An Act To establish in the Department of Homeland Security a working group relating to countering terrorist, cybersecurity, border and port security, and transportation security threats posed to the United States by the Chinese Communist Party, and for other purposes.
December 11, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,931
H.R. 9668, or the “SHIELD Against CCP Act,” proposes the creation of a working group within the Department of Homeland Security to address various security threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party to the United States. This group will focus on countering threats related to terrorism,...
Simple Explanation
The SHIELD Against CCP Act is a plan to make a special group in the government focused on keeping America safe from any threats that might come from the Chinese Communist Party, like cyber hacks or border issues. This group will check what is already being done, find any missing pieces, and make sure everyone works well together to keep people safe.
H. R. 9566 — To require governmentwide source code sharing, and for other purposes.
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September 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,551
H. R. 9566, known as the "Source code Harmonization And Reuse in Information Technology Act" or the "SHARE IT Act," aims to improve software collaboration across federal agencies by mandating governmentwide sharing of source codes that are custom-developed for governmental...
Simple Explanation
The "SHARE IT Act" wants all government departments to share special computer instructions they make, but they must do this carefully without getting extra money to help, which might be tough to manage.
H. R. 9083 — To amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to require States to include supporting the physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans.
July 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:716
H.R. 9083, titled the “Securing Community Upgrades for a Resilient Grid Act” or the “SECURE Grid Act,” aims to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. This bill requires states to enhance their State energy security plans by addressing the physical security,...
Simple Explanation
The SECURE Grid Act is a plan to help keep the electricity we use safe and working well, even during bad weather or cyberattacks. It asks each state to make sure their power systems are strong and protected, using new and smart technologies.
H. R. 9315 — To direct the Secretary of the Treasury to submit a report on coordination in the public and private sectors in responding to ransomware attacks on financial institutions, and for other purposes.
August 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:850
H.R. 9315, also known as the "Public and Private Sector Ransomware Response Coordination Act of 2024," requires the Secretary of the Treasury to submit a report to Congress on how the public and private sectors are working together to tackle ransomware attacks on financial...
Simple Explanation
In H.R. 9315, the government wants to make sure that banks and other money places are working well with each other and with secret agents to stop bad computer people from taking their money. They are going to write a big paper about how they're doing and see if they need new rules to do a better job.
S. 4630 — To establish an interagency committee to harmonize regulatory regimes in the United States relating to cybersecurity, and for other purposes.
July 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,220
The bill, known as the “Streamlining Federal Cybersecurity Regulations Act,” seeks to establish an interagency committee called the Harmonization Committee. This committee is tasked with aligning cybersecurity rules across different U.S. agencies to avoid inconsistencies and overlap. It aims...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, the government wants to create a team to make sure that all the rules about keeping computers and information safe are the same across different parts of the government, so they don't get too confusing or overlap. This team will also try out a new plan to see if it works well with a few groups before using it everywhere.
H. R. 3277 — To amend the Department of Energy Organization Act with respect to functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries, and for other purposes.
February 29, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:489
H. R. 3277, known as the "Energy Emergency Leadership Act," proposes changes to the Department of Energy Organization Act to outline new responsibilities for Assistant Secretaries. These responsibilities focus on handling energy emergencies and improving energy security,...
Simple Explanation
Congress made a new rule to help the people who keep our energy safe from problems, like when the electricity goes out or computers get hacked. This rule gives them special jobs to make sure everyone can have a safe and steady supply of energy, and they work together with other helpers to fix energy problems.
S. 5444 — To enhance the authority of the intelligence community to enter into public-private talent exchanges, and for other purposes.
December 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,215
The bill S. 5444, titled the “Enable Intelligence Community Partnerships Act of 2024,” aims to enhance the intelligence community's ability to engage in public-private talent exchanges. It encourages partnerships with private sector experts in fields like artificial...
Simple Explanation
The bill lets people who work with secret agents team up with experts from outside companies for longer times, to share new ideas and skills about technology like computers and robots. It also wants to make sure that everyone follows rules to avoid causing any problems or secrets slipping out.
H. R. 8774 — An Act Making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and for other purposes.
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September 12, 2024
Status:Placed on Calendar Senate
Congress:118
Words:36,036
H. R. 8774 is a bill that makes appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The bill assigns funds to various military personnel and branches, as well as to operations, maintenance, procurement, and research. It also includes...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8774 is a plan to give money to the US military to pay for things like people, supplies, and projects, but with certain rules like not spending on some health or climate programs.
H. R. 5527 — To amend section 1078 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to increase the effectiveness of the Technology Modernization Fund, and for other purposes.
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February 23, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:3,348
The bill H. R. 5527 seeks to amend a section of the National Defense Authorization Act for 2018 to improve the Technology Modernization Fund's efficiency. It focuses on updating how funds can be used, emphasizing the modernization of outdated information technology systems in...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to change some rules to help the government update old computer systems and make them safer from bad people online. It plans to give less money for this but adds new ways to make sure the money is spent wisely to keep everything working well into the future.
S. 5419 — To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of the country of origin of certain critical drugs marketed in the United States, and for other purposes.
December 04, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,678
S. 5419, titled the “Protecting Our Essential Medicines Act,” requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to maintain a list of critical drugs imported into the United States. The bill focuses on drugs considered vital for public health, especially those whose...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure the government knows where important medicines come from by making a secret list of these medicines and the countries they come from, but only to keep everyone safe and healthy.
H. R. 10332 — To require the Secretary of Defense to designate the Joint Force Headquarters-Department of Defense Information Network as a subordinate unified command under the United States Cyber Command, and for other purposes.
December 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:492
H. R. 10332, also known as the “Military Cyber Defense Modernization Act of 2024,” aims to enhance the structure of the Department of Defense's cyber operations. It mandates that within 120 days of the Act's enactment, the Secretary of Defense must designate the Joint Force...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 10332 is a plan to make a special team in the military in charge of guarding computer networks more powerful by putting them under a bigger group that focuses on cyber safety. This is like giving a superhero team a new boss to help them work better together to protect their online world.
H. R. 7339 — To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.
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February 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:28,155
H. R. 7339 is a bill to update and improve title 51 of the United States Code, which deals with national and commercial space programs. The bill focuses on making revisions to keep the code current, clarify existing laws, and enhance technical accuracy. These changes aim to streamline and...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 7339 is a bill to update and tidy up the rules about space programs in the United States, making sure they use clear and modern language, but some parts might make it tricky to keep track of money spent or make sure things are done fairly.
H. R. 4510 — An Act To reauthorize the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, to update the mission and functions of the agency, and for other purposes.
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May 16, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:20,370
The H.R. 4510, titled the "National Telecommunications and Information Administration Reauthorization Act of 2024", aims to renew and update the mission of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). It seeks to enhance spectrum management, improve...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give more money and power to a group called the NTIA, which helps manage things like internet and phone signals. The aim is to make sure everyone has fast internet and safe computer networks, but it’s going to cost a lot more money, and some people are worried about how it will all be handled and if everything is explained clearly.
H. R. 8772 — Making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and for other purposes.
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June 17, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:9,990
H.R. 8772 is a bill making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. It outlines the budget for numerous offices and activities, including salaries for congressional staff, interns, committees, Capitol Police, and other...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8772 is like a big plan that decides how much money is needed to pay for things like helping people who work in Congress, keeping them safe, and making sure nothing breaks, but some rules about what can be talked about and who can get paid are a bit confusing.
S. 1862 — To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide explicit authority for the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to work with international partners on cybersecurity, and for other purposes.
December 09, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,825
S. 1862 is a bill that seeks to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to give clear authority to the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to collaborate with international partners on cybersecurity...
Simple Explanation
S. 1862 is a bill that wants to let some U.S. security people work with other countries to keep computers safe from bad guys, making sure this doesn't cause any problems at home.
H. R. 8240 — To require a GAO audit of the information technology infrastructure of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commission’s handling of data.
May 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:424
H. R. 8240 is a bill that directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct an audit of the information technology systems used by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The audit will assess how the SEC spends on IT compared to other financial regulators...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to check how the SEC's computer systems are working and if they are safe. It asks an important group to look for problems and suggest ways to make the SEC's computers better and safer.
H. R. 7630 — An Act To require a plan to improve the cybersecurity and telecommunications of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet, and for other purposes.
September 24, 2024
Status:Placed on Calendar Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,431
H.R. 7630, also known as the Accelerating Networking, Cyberinfrastructure, and Hardware for Oceanic Research Act or the ANCHOR Act, aims to enhance the cybersecurity and telecommunications capabilities of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet. The bill requires the Director of the...
Simple Explanation
The ANCHOR Act is a plan to make the computers and internet on research ships stronger and safer, so scientists can do their work better and call for help if they need it. The NSF (a big science group) is going to work with other people to make it happen and tell everyone how it's going after two years.
H. R. 7630 — An Act To require a plan to improve the cybersecurity and telecommunications of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet, and for other purposes.
September 23, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:1,353
H.R. 7630, known as the “ANCHOR Act,” mandates the creation of a detailed plan to enhance the cybersecurity and telecommunications capabilities of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet. The National Science Foundation Director, along with other relevant federal and non-federal...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7630 wants to make sure the U.S. Academic Research Fleet, which is like a special group of research ships, has better internet safety and connection. The plan is to make their computers and networks safer and faster, and they want everyone to work together and make it happen without costing too much time or money.
H. R. 498 — An Act To amend title V of the Public Health Service Act to secure the suicide prevention lifeline from cybersecurity incidents, and for other purposes.
March 05, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:863
H.R. 498 is aimed at protecting the 9-8-8 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline from cybersecurity threats. It amends the Public Health Service Act to ensure that necessary steps are taken to secure the hotline and address known vulnerabilities. The bill requires network...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 498 is like a superhero shield for the phone line that helps people when they’re really sad, making sure no bad guys (hackers) can cause trouble with it. It tells the people in charge to check for problems and fix them quickly to keep the helpline safe.
S. 4257 — To prohibit the Internal Revenue Service from allowing IRS personnel to use a personal device, including a mobile device, to access, process, transmit, or store taxpayer information.
May 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:513
The S. 4257 bill, known as the "Ensuring No Devices Bear Your Own Data Act" or the "END BYOD Act," aims to prevent the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) from allowing its employees, contractors, and volunteers to use personal devices for work-related tasks involving taxpayer...
Simple Explanation
The END BYOD Act is a rule that says IRS workers can't use their own phones or computers to work with people's tax information, to help keep it safe and private.
H. R. 7036 — To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to modify requirements relating to the regulation and examination of credit union organizations and service providers, to provide the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency with the authority to regulate the provision of services provided to the Government-sponsored enterprises and Federal Home Loan Banks, and for other purposes.
January 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:570
H. R. 7036, known as the “Strengthening Cybersecurity for the Financial Sector Act of 2024,” aims to update regulations for credit union organizations and service providers. It amends the Federal Credit Union Act by changing certain notification and procedural requirements...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 7036 is a bill that tries to make rules stronger for banks and credit unions, especially on computer safety to keep everyone's money safe. It also gives one person, the Director of a big housing group, the power to check on how these banks get help from others, making sure it's all done right.
S. 4487 — To require the Secretary of Commerce to develop artificial intelligence training resources and toolkits for United States small businesses, and for other purposes.
June 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,239
S. 4487 is a bill that requires the Secretary of Commerce to create training resources and toolkits to help small businesses in the United States understand and use artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. These resources are aimed at small businesses,...
Simple Explanation
S. 4487 is a plan to help small businesses learn about using computers and new technology by creating easy guides and classes. It especially wants to help businesses in places where not many people live or where help is needed the most.
H. R. 7062 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to periodically assess cybersecurity threats to, and vulnerabilities in, the agriculture and food critical infrastructure sector and to provide recommendations to enhance their security and resilience, to require the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct an annual cross-sector simulation exercise relating to a food-related emergency or disruption, and for other purposes.
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January 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,369
H.R. 7062, also known as the "Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act of 2024," aims to improve the security of the agriculture and food critical infrastructure sector in the United States. It directs the Secretary of Agriculture to regularly assess cybersecurity threats and...
Simple Explanation
The Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act of 2024 is a plan to keep our farms and food safe from computer problems by checking for risks and practicing how to handle food emergencies every year. It gives some money each year to help with these practice exercises, but people are wondering if it's the right amount.
H. R. 3277 — An Act To amend the Department of Energy Organization Act with respect to functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries, and for other purposes.
March 06, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:295
H.R. 3277, titled the “Energy Emergency Leadership Act,” proposes amendments to the Department of Energy Organization Act. It aims to expand the roles of Assistant Secretaries in the Department of Energy, focusing on energy emergency and security functions. This includes...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 3277 wants to give special helpers in a government energy department important new jobs. They will help keep energy safe and working well, especially if there's a big problem, like a power outage or cyber attack.
S. 4366 — To enhance intelligence community acquisitions, and for other purposes.
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May 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,330
S. 4366 is a bill introduced to improve the way the intelligence community buys new technology. It encourages partnerships with private companies to develop and acquire advanced technological solutions, and establishes a special fund to support these transitions. The bill...
Simple Explanation
The bill is like a big plan to help secret agents get cool new gadgets faster by working with private companies. It also makes sure money is ready to pay for these gadgets, and people from both sides can swap places to learn new tricks.
S. 4928 — Making appropriations for financial services and general government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and for other purposes.
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August 01, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:42,146
The bill S. 4928 allocates funds for financial services and general government initiatives in the United States for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. It provides detailed budget allocations for various departments and agencies such as the Department of the Treasury,...
Simple Explanation
The bill S. 4928 is like a big money plan for the U.S. government in 2025, giving out money to different parts of the government to do their jobs, like fixing computers and helping with taxes, but it has some rules about what they can spend the money on, like not using it for fancy changes to dollar bills or certain health things.
H. R. 9475 — To authorize the Director of the National Science Foundation to identify grand challenges and award competitive prizes for artificial intelligence research and development.
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September 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,910
The bill H.R. 9475 proposes to allow the Director of the National Science Foundation to establish a program that awards prizes for significant advancements in artificial intelligence research and development. This program, called the "AI Grand Challenges Program," aims to...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to create a program where smart people can win big money prizes for making new discoveries with computers to help solve big problems like keeping the country safe and protecting people’s health. The prize amounts could be really big, even more than $50 million, but there's no clear plan for who gets to decide how much money should be spent.
H. R. 5527 — An Act To amend section 1078 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to increase the effectiveness of the Technology Modernization Fund, and for other purposes.
December 19, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,220
The bill H. R. 5527 seeks to amend section 1078 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to improve the Technology Modernization Fund. The changes focus on ensuring funds are used effectively for updating and securing federal information technology...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to help make the government’s computers and technology work better and be safer by making sure they have enough money and tools to stay up-to-date, with special people checking that they don’t waste money and that old computers don’t cause problems.
S. 3943 — To require a plan to improve the cybersecurity and telecommunications of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet, and for other purposes.
August 01, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,291
S. 3943 is a bill introduced in the Senate requiring a plan to improve the cybersecurity and telecommunications systems of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet. The bill mandates the Director of the National Science Foundation, in consultation with relevant agencies and...
Simple Explanation
The bill is a plan to make the computers and radios on special boats that study the ocean safer and better at talking to each other. It says people in charge should work together and share ideas and costs to make sure these boats can do their research properly.
S. 4433 — To enhance United States cooperation with European countries to improve the security of Taiwan, and for other purposes.
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May 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:4,092
The bill, known as the "Building Options for the Lasting Security of Taiwan through European Resolve Act" or the "BOLSTER Act," aims to strengthen U.S. cooperation with European countries to enhance the security of Taiwan. It requires U.S. officials to consult with European governments on...
Simple Explanation
The BOLSTER Act is a plan for the U.S. to team up with European countries to help make Taiwan safer by talking about rules for China and sharing military help and technology.
H. R. 9642 — To amend title 46, United States Code, to require applicants for grants that propose to use digital infrastructure or a software component to certify the applicant has an approved security plan that addresses the cybersecurity risks of such digital infrastructure or software, and for other purposes.
September 17, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:464
H. R. 9642 proposes changes to title 46 of the United States Code to improve cybersecurity in port infrastructure projects. The bill requires that applicants for grants, who intend to use digital infrastructure or software, must certify that they have an approved...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure that when people ask for money to build or use computers in ports, they have a plan to keep them safe from hackers. If they don't have a plan, they need to make one.
H. R. 9583 — To improve cybersecurity practices and improve digital literacy among veterans, and for other purposes.
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September 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,997
H.R. 9583, titled the "Veterans Online Information and Cybersecurity Empowerment Act of 2024" or the "VOICE Act of 2024," aims to enhance cybersecurity practices and boost digital literacy among veterans. The bill recognizes the significant targeting of veterans by online...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9583 is a special plan to help veterans learn how to stay safe online and understand tricky internet stuff better. It gives money to groups who can teach veterans these important skills, but it needs to make sure the money is used well and safely.
H. R. 10262 — To require the financial regulators to carry out studies on the realized and potential benefits of artificial intelligence, and for other purposes.
November 26, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,118
H.R. 10262, known as the "Analysis and Improvement Act of 2024" or the "AI Act of 2024", requires various financial regulators in the United States to study the benefits and risks of artificial intelligence (AI) in the financial sector. These studies will evaluate how AI is...
Simple Explanation
The "AI Act of 2024" is a plan to have money bosses look at how computers can help with money. They want to make sure using computers is safe and fair for everyone.
H. R. 8965 — To promote the development of certain plans, policies, and standards for managing cybersecurity risks and protecting sensitive technology relating to National Aeronautics and Space Administration spacecraft systems, and for other purposes.
July 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:846
H. R. 8965, titled the “Spacecraft Cybersecurity Act,” seeks to enhance cybersecurity measures for NASA's space systems. It instructs NASA to update its acquisition policies and standards to manage cybersecurity risks, ensuring they align with federal cybersecurity principles...
Simple Explanation
NASA wants to make sure their space gadgets are safe from computer bad guys, so they're making a plan to keep their technology safe and will tell the people in charge how they're doing.
H. R. 9270 — To establish a grant program within the Department of Labor to support the creation, implementation, and expansion of registered apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity.
August 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,206
H. R. 9270, titled the “Cyber Ready Workforce Act,” aims to create a grant program within the Department of Labor to develop, implement, and expand apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity. The bill recognizes the growing need for skilled cybersecurity professionals and seeks...
Simple Explanation
The "Cyber Ready Workforce Act" is a plan to help people learn about keeping computers safe by giving money to groups that teach these skills, like schools and businesses, so they can create special training programs, just like learning a new job! The goal is to help more people get good at protecting computers and find jobs in this important area.
H. R. 10119 — To require the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to implement certain recommendations relating to information technology modernization, and for other purposes.
November 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:665
H.R. 10119, titled the “SBA IT Modernization Reform Act of 2024,” requires the Administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA) to update its information technology systems based on specific recommendations from a government report. The bill mandates the development...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants the Small Business Administration to make their computers and online systems better and safer by following advice from experts, so they are planning how to do it and explain the plan to a group in charge.
H. R. 8353 — To require the Election Assistance Commission to develop voluntary guidelines for the administration of elections that address the use and risks of artificial intelligence technologies, and for other purposes.
May 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:397
H. R. 8353 proposes that the Election Assistance Commission create voluntary guidelines to help manage elections, particularly focusing on the impact and risks of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The bill requires the Commission to work with the National Institute...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 8353 is like a rulebook project where a group wants to make sure that when people vote, the computers and smart machines used are safe and fair. They want to create helpful instructions about this and share them soon with those in charge of elections and everyone else.
H. R. 9689 — An Act To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program, and for other purposes.
December 11, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:926
H.R. 9689 proposes to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to create a DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program. This program is designed to offer paid internships in cybersecurity to U.S. citizens who are at least 16 years old and currently enrolled in secondary or higher...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to create a program where teenagers and young adults can get paid to learn about computers and keeping them safe, but it doesn't say how much money will be needed or exactly how they will pick who gets to join.
S. RES. 599 — Protecting the Iranian political refugees, including female former political prisoners, in Ashraf–3 in Albania.
March 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:373
S. RES. 599 is a resolution concerning the protection of Iranian political refugees, including former female political prisoners, residing in Ashraf–3, Albania. The resolution highlights the threats posed by the Iranian regime to these refugees and Albania, including cyberattacks and other...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about keeping some people safe in a place called Ashraf-3 in Albania because they had to leave their home country, Iran, where they were not safe. It talks about making sure these people are protected from bad things like computer attacks and unfair rules, and asks the U.S. to help Albania keep them secure and let them speak and gather freely.
H. R. 3277 — An Act To amend the Department of Energy Organization Act with respect to functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries, and for other purposes.
March 05, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:316
H.R. 3277, titled the "Energy Emergency Leadership Act," aims to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act. The bill assigns new responsibilities to the Assistant Secretaries of the Department of Energy, focusing on energy emergencies and security. These new duties...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 3277 wants to make sure the people in charge at the Department of Energy are ready to handle emergencies, like if something goes wrong with the power or computers that help keep our lights on. It asks these leaders to work with others to fix problems quickly and safely.
H. R. 6610 — An Act To provide for the modernization of the passport issuance process, and for other purposes.
March 20, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,718
H.R. 6610, also known as the "Passport System Reform and Backlog Prevention Act," aims to modernize and enhance the passport issuance process in the United States. The bill outlines strategies to reduce wait times for passport applications, improve technology systems, and...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about making it faster and safer to get a passport. It wants to use better technology to help people know what's happening with their passport applications and make sure everything stays secure.
H. R. 4552 — To improve the cybersecurity of the Federal Government, and for other purposes.
December 19, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:26,616
H.R. 4552 aims to enhance the cybersecurity of the Federal Government by updating and consolidating various laws and procedures. The bill introduces new guidelines for preventing and reporting data breaches, improves coordination among federal agencies for handling...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 4552 is a plan to make sure the United States government's computers and information stay safe by using new rules and smart technology. It also creates a special leader to watch over how well these safety measures are working.
H. R. 8415 — To require the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services to evaluate the cybersecurity practices and protocols of the Department, and for other purposes.
May 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:444
H. R. 8415, titled the “Strengthening Cybersecurity in Health Care Act,” requires the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services to review the Department's cybersecurity practices. The bill mandates an evaluation every two years to assess vulnerabilities...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure the people who take care of health stuff do a good job keeping computer information safe from bad guys. Every two years, they have to check their systems and tell grown-ups in charge if there's anything they need to do better.
S. 5239 — To require the Secretary of Defense to manage risks relating to military use of artificial intelligence, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,151
S. 5239, known as the "Artificial Intelligence Weapon Accountability and Risk Evaluation Act of 2024" or the "AWARE Act of 2024," mandates the Secretary of Defense to oversee and manage risks associated with the military's use of artificial intelligence. The bill requires the...
Simple Explanation
The AWARE Act of 2024 is a rule that helps the U.S. Department of Defense use smart machines like robots safely and fairly. It makes sure they check and report on their work every year, and share some parts with the public.
H. R. 9289 — To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a Connected Vehicle Cybersecurity Center in the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.
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August 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:268
H.R. 9289 proposes the creation of a Connected Vehicle Cybersecurity Center within the Department of Defense. The Center aims to promote cost efficiency and rapid development by utilizing commercial advancements in automotive cybersecurity for both civilian and military...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9289 is a plan to make a special center that keeps cars safe from hackers in the Department of Defense. They plan to spend $12 million to start it, but they haven't said exactly how they will use the money or who will be in charge.
H. R. 8288 — To require the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to carry out a review of discount window operations, and for other purposes.
May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,119
H. R. 8288 requires the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to review how the discount window lending programs work, focusing on their effectiveness, technology, and cybersecurity. The bill mandates public participation in the review process and requires the...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants a group of people who help with money in the country, called the Federal Reserve, to check how they lend money to banks to see if they're doing a good job. They need to tell everyone what they find and how they can do better, but they have to keep some secrets safe so nothing bad happens.
H. R. 7437 — To require certain supervisory agencies to assess their technological vulnerabilities, and for other purposes.
February 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,232
H.R. 7437, also known as the “Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision Act,” requires certain supervisory agencies like the Federal Reserve and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to evaluate their technological vulnerabilities. These agencies...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7437 is a plan to make sure big agencies like the Federal Reserve have up-to-date computers and technology so they can keep a close eye on money and stay safe from hackers. They need to check if their old systems are slowing them down and tell the government how they will make things better.
S. 4697 — To enhance the cybersecurity of the Healthcare and Public Health Sector.
December 09, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:4,301
S. 4697 aims to enhance cybersecurity for the Healthcare and Public Health Sector in the United States. The bill proposes that the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) work closely with the Department of Health and Human Services to improve cybersecurity...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make hospitals and health services safer from hackers by working with computer experts who help protect important information and train workers to handle these threats better.
S. 3635 — To improve the President's Cup Cybersecurity Competitions.
November 12, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,305
The bill titled "Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity Competition Act" aims to improve the President's Cup Cybersecurity Competitions. It proposes amendments to Section 7121 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 to enhance cybersecurity...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make a cool competition where people can practice keeping computers safe from hackers even better. It also sets rules for how money can be spent and how long the competition can go on.
H. R. 9762 — To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide explicit authority for the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to work with international partners on cybersecurity, and for other purposes.
September 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,605
H.R. 9762, titled the “DHS International Cyber Partner Act of 2024,” aims to modify the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to give formal authority to the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) for partnering with...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to let important people in the U.S. government work with people from other countries to protect computers and the internet from bad things, but they won't give extra money for it, and they have to tell Congress what they are doing.
H. R. 9892 — To promote the use of smart technologies and systems in communities, and for other purposes.
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October 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:8,000
H.R. 9892 aims to promote the use of smart technologies in communities across the United States to improve livability, services, safety, and economic growth. The bill outlines goals such as enhancing federal coordination, supporting local governments in adopting smart...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9892 is a plan to help people and places use smart gadgets and computers to make life better and safer. It gives money to help with projects and training, but everyone needs to be fair and careful with how it's spent.
H. R. 6936 — To require Federal agencies to use the Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Framework developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology with respect to the use of artificial intelligence.
January 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,754
H.R. 6936 aims to regulate the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in federal agencies by requiring them to adopt the Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Framework developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The bill outlines guidelines for the...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 6936 is about making sure that when government departments use computers that can think and learn, they follow careful rules to keep things safe and fair. But those who keep secrets for the country's safety don't have to follow these same rules.
H. R. 9123 — To encourage increased trade and investment between the United States and the countries in the Western Balkans, and for other purposes.
July 24, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:8,039
The bill, titled the "Western Balkans Democracy and Prosperity Act," aims to boost trade and investment between the United States and the countries in the Western Balkans. It outlines initiatives to support democratic and economic development, encourage cross-cultural engagement, and enhance...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to help the US and some countries in Europe trade and work together better, become more democratic, and make things safer online. It also talks about using less energy from Russia and working closely with friends in Europe.
S. 3893 — To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to require the promulgation of cybersecurity and digital service regulations relating to the use of EBT cards under the supplemental nutrition assistance program, and for other purposes.
March 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,838
S. 3893, titled the "Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act of 2024," seeks to update the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to improve the security of Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards used in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The bill requires new...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure the special cards people use to buy food are really safe from hacking, just like how having a lock on the front door keeps a house safe. It also wants to help people easily get new cards if theirs are lost or broken, and make sure that small stores can still use these cards without spending too much money on new machines.
H. R. 7502 — To direct the Secretary of Labor to provide for data collection and dissemination of information regarding programs under the national apprenticeship system, and for other purposes.
February 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:904
H. R. 7502, also known as the "Apprenticeship Program National Scorecard Act," aims to improve data collection and sharing for programs under the national apprenticeship system. The bill directs the Secretary of Labor to create a centralized data infrastructure and accessible public website...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 7502 is a plan to create a big website where you can learn about jobs that let you earn while you learn, called apprenticeships. The idea is to make it easier for people to find and understand these job programs so they can decide if they want to join.
H. R. 8775 — To require an assessment on manual operations for critical infrastructure, and for other purposes.
June 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:812
H.R. 8775, known as the "Contingency Plan for Critical Infrastructure Act," requires an assessment from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on the readiness of critical infrastructure to operate...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8775 wants to make sure that if computers are attacked by bad guys, important things like water, electricity, and hospitals can keep working by using backup plans that don't rely on computers. They want some really smart people to figure out how to make sure this happens and to tell everyone what they need to do.
H. R. 8447 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish centers of excellence for agricultural security research, extension, and education, and for other purposes.
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May 17, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,575
H.R. 8447, the “American Agricultural Security Act of 2024,” directs the Secretary of Agriculture to establish centers of excellence focused on agriculture security research, extension, and education. These centers, hosted by eligible institutions, aim to address key areas like biosecurity,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8447 wants to set up special centers to help keep our farms and food safe from bad things, like computer hackers or germs, by giving them money each year to learn and teach new ways to protect our food. But there are concerns about whether they have enough money to do everything they want to do and how they will make sure the money is used fairly and wisely.
S. 3635 — To improve the President's Cup Cybersecurity Competitions.
January 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:493
S. 3635 seeks to enhance the President's Cup Cybersecurity Competitions. It proposes changes to the existing framework, including the removal of a provision and reorganizing others, to improve the structure of these competitions. The bill introduces a requirement for every...
Simple Explanation
Think of the President's Cup Cybersecurity Competitions like a big game to find the best "cyber superheroes" who can protect computers and technology. This bill wants to make the games more exciting by adding new challenges and ideas, but it doesn't say who will be in charge of organizing the games.
H. R. 9768 — To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish within the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency a Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative, and for other purposes.
September 24, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,145
H.R. 9768 proposes changes to the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to create a Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative within the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. This new program aims to improve partnerships between the government and private sector to enhance cybersecurity...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make a new team that helps share information and work together to stop bad things happening on computers and the internet. This team will include people from the government and private companies, and they will make plans to keep everything safe and solve problems quickly when something goes wrong.
H. R. 5527 — An Act To amend section 1078 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to increase the effectiveness of the Technology Modernization Fund, and for other purposes.
May 22, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,098
H.R. 5527, titled the "Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act", aims to enhance the effectiveness of the Technology Modernization Fund by amending section 1078 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018. It outlines how funds should be used, focusing...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 5527 is like a plan to fix old computer systems that help run the government, making sure they work better and stay safe from bad guys online. It also makes sure everyone uses the money wisely and checks up on what needs to be fixed until 2031.
S. 2251 — To improve the cybersecurity of the Federal Government, and for other purposes.
December 09, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:53,031
The bill S. 2251, known as the "Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2023," aims to strengthen the cybersecurity of the U.S. Federal Government. It outlines guidelines to improve information security practices, mandates regular cyber risk assessments, and calls...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make computers and data safer for the U.S. Government by checking for problems regularly, creating new rules, and teaching more people how to protect information.
S. 4054 — To require entities to meet minimum cybersecurity standards to be eligible for Medicare accelerated and advance payment programs if the reason for the need for such payments is due to a cybersecurity incident.
March 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:530
S. 4054, titled the “Health Care Cybersecurity Improvement Act of 2024,” aims to enhance cybersecurity in healthcare facilities participating in Medicare payment programs. The bill mandates that hospitals and service providers must meet specific cybersecurity standards to...
Simple Explanation
The Health Care Cybersecurity Improvement Act of 2024 wants hospitals to have good computer safety rules to get extra money help from Medicare if a cyber problem happens. This way, they ensure hospitals' computers are safe, so patients continue to receive care even if there's a computer issue.
H. R. 498 — An Act To amend title V of the Public Health Service Act to secure the suicide prevention lifeline from cybersecurity incidents, and for other purposes.
March 06, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:855
H. R. 498 proposes amendments to the Public Health Service Act to protect the 9-8-8 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline from cybersecurity threats. It mandates that the network administrators and crisis centers report any identified cybersecurity vulnerabilities or incidents...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 498 is a rule that wants to keep the 9-8-8 helpline safe from people who might break into it on the internet and cause trouble, making sure everyone stays private and safe. It wants the people in charge to quickly tell when there’s a problem, and to study how to keep it even safer.
S. 5471 — To amend title 46, United States Code, to require applicants for grants that propose to use digital infrastructure or a software component to certify the applicant has an approved security plan that addresses the cybersecurity risks of such digital infrastructure or software component, and for other purposes.
December 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:559
S. 5471, titled the “Protecting Investments in Our Ports Act,” aims to amend existing U.S. law to enhance the cybersecurity of digital infrastructure and software used in port facilities. The bill proposes that applicants for grants, who plan to use these funds for digital...
Simple Explanation
The new law is like a rule that says, "If you want money to build a computer or program at a port, you have to show you can keep it safe from hackers."
H. R. 9769 — To ensure the security and integrity of United States critical infrastructure by establishing an interagency task force and requiring a comprehensive report on the targeting of United States critical infrastructure by People’s Republic of China state-sponsored cyber actors, and for other purposes.
September 24, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,409
H.R. 9769 proposes the creation of an interagency task force to safeguard U.S. critical infrastructure from cyber threats originating from state-sponsored actors, particularly from the People's Republic of China. The bill outlines the task force's leadership, membership...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make a special team of people from different parts of the U.S. government to help protect important things like power and water from being messed with by hackers, especially from a country called China. This team will look at what's dangerous, tell the government what's happening, and teach people how to stay safe from these cyber threats.
S. 3661 — To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to periodically assess cybersecurity threats to, and vulnerabilities in, the agriculture and food critical infrastructure sector and to provide recommendations to enhance their security and resilience, to require the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct an annual cross-sector simulation exercise relating to a food-related emergency or disruption, and for other purposes.
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January 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,370
S. 3661, known as the "Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act of 2024," aims to enhance cybersecurity within the agriculture and food sectors. It directs the Secretary of Agriculture to routinely evaluate cyber threats and vulnerabilities in these sectors and to recommend...
Simple Explanation
The "Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act of 2024" aims to keep farms and food safe from computer tricks by checking for weak spots and practicing for emergencies every year, but it might need more thought on how to spend money just right and share what they learn.
S. 4895 — To establish a program to disseminate technical and other assistance to small and rural electric cooperatives to support expanding electric transmission capacity and hardening electric transmission and distribution infrastructure against cyberattacks and threats from natural hazards, with a focus on threats from wildfire, and for other purposes.
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July 31, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,263
The S. 4895 bill, known as the “Grid Resilience Improvement through Dedicated Assistance Act” or the “GRID Assistance Act,” aims to create a program that offers technical and other forms of assistance to small and rural electric cooperatives. This program would help expand...
Simple Explanation
The GRID Assistance Act is like a helper plan to make the power lines stronger and safer from dangers like storms and computer tricks, especially for areas with lots of trees that could catch fire. It gives money to groups so they can hire people who know how to fix and protect these power lines better.
H. R. 5527 — An Act To amend section 1078 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 to increase the effectiveness of the Technology Modernization Fund, and for other purposes.
May 21, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:3,113
The "Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act" seeks to enhance the Technology Modernization Fund by amending section 1078 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018. It outlines the use of funds for improving or replacing outdated federal IT systems,...
Simple Explanation
The "Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act" is a plan to help the government use new computers and technology by fixing old ones and keeping them safe. It also makes sure people are honest about what they spend and have a list of old computers that need fixing.
S. 4230 — To improve the tracking and processing of security and safety incidents and risks associated with artificial intelligence, and for other purposes.
May 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,380
The bill, titled the Secure Artificial Intelligence Act of 2024, aims to improve how security and safety incidents related to artificial intelligence are tracked and managed. It proposes creating a voluntary database to record these incidents and involves multiple agencies,...
Simple Explanation
The Secure Artificial Intelligence Act of 2024 wants to help keep people safe by making sure robots and smart computers don't cause problems. It plans to set up a special team and create a list where people can tell about any issues with these smart machines.
S. 5064 — To amend title 46, United States Code, to require applicants for grants that propose to use digital infrastructure or a software component to certify the applicant has an approved security plan that addresses the cybersecurity risks of such digital infrastructure or software, and for other purposes.
September 17, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:469
S. 5064 aims to update the requirements for applicants seeking grants to use digital infrastructure or software in port infrastructure projects. Applicants must certify that they have an approved security plan addressing cybersecurity risks or, if such a plan is not approved,...
Simple Explanation
This bill is about making sure that projects using computers or software at ports have a safety plan to protect against bad people attacking through the internet. It wants to make sure everyone using computers in these projects knows how to keep them safe.
H. R. 10545 — An Act Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and for other purposes.
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December 20, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:25,846
H. R. 10545, known as the "American Relief Act, 2025," is a bill designed to provide continued funding and resources for various government programs and emergency relief efforts in the United States. It outlines further appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30,...
Simple Explanation
The "American Relief Act, 2025" is a plan to give money to help fix problems like big storms and fires, keep people healthy, and make things like roads and the military safe, but some parts don't say exactly where the money will go, which might make it hard to check if it's being spent the right way.
S. 1651 — To encourage increased trade and investment between the United States and the countries in the Western Balkans, and for other purposes.
May 07, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:18,401
The Western Balkans Democracy and Prosperity Act aims to boost trade and investment between the United States and the countries in the Western Balkans, such as Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia. The bill outlines initiatives to...
Simple Explanation
The Western Balkans Democracy and Prosperity Act is a plan for the United States to help countries like Albania and Serbia become stronger by trading more, sharing ideas, and being good friends. It wants everyone to play fair, be safe online, and use less Russian energy.
H. R. 9668 — To establish in the Department of Homeland Security a working group relating to countering terrorist, cybersecurity, border and port security, and transportation security threats posed to the United States by the Chinese Communist Party, and for other purposes.
September 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,997
H.R. 9668, known as the “Strategic Homeland Intelligence and Enforcement Legislation to Defend against the CCP Act” or the “SHIELD Against CCP Act,” proposes the creation of a working group in the Department of Homeland Security. This group would focus on addressing threats to the United...
Simple Explanation
The "SHIELD Against CCP Act" wants to create a special team in the United States to watch out for danger from a group in China. This team will help make sure everyone is safe by working with other U.S. groups and checking new security ideas.
H. R. 8300 — To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to establish online and delivery standards, and for other purposes.
May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:583
H.R. 8300, titled the “Food and Nutrition Delivery Safety Act of 2024,” aims to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 by establishing new standards for online shopping and food delivery within the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The bill requires setting...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure people who buy groceries online with a special help program can do it safely and that the people delivering the food have good working conditions. If stores don't follow the rules, they won't be allowed to be part of the program anymore.
H. R. 7630 — To require a plan to improve the cybersecurity and telecommunications of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet, and for other purposes.
March 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,374
H.R. 7630, also known as the "Accelerating Networking, Cyberinfrastructure, and Hardware for Oceanic Research Act" or the "ANCHOR Act," seeks to improve the cybersecurity and telecommunications systems of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet. The bill requires the Director of the...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7630 is a plan to make the boats that help scientists study the ocean safer from hackers and better at sending information. The people in charge have to work with others to figure out the best way to do this and check how they're doing in a couple of years.
S. 4420 — To improve connections between the Department of Agriculture and national and homeland security agencies, and for other purposes.
May 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,000
S. 4420, titled the "Agriculture and National Security Act of 2024," aims to strengthen the connections between the Department of Agriculture and national security agencies. It proposes the appointment of a Senior Advisor for National Security within the Department to...
Simple Explanation
This bill makes sure that the people who help grow our food work better with those who keep us safe, by sharing information and working together as a team. It also wants to bring in more people who understand security stuff to help protect our food from any bad guys sneaking in.
H. R. 9135 — To direct the Secretary of Transportation to require certain air carriers to develop and regularly update an operational resiliency strategy, and for other purposes.
December 18, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:847
H. R. 9135, titled the "Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act," is a proposal that mandates the Secretary of Transportation to require certain air carriers to create and routinely update a strategy focused on operational resiliency. This strategy...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure airplanes have a good plan to keep flying smoothly, even when there's bad weather or other problems, so people don't get stuck at the airport. It also wants to check to make sure these plans are working well after a few years.
S. 4630 — To establish an interagency committee to harmonize regulatory regimes in the United States relating to cybersecurity, and for other purposes.
December 02, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:4,637
The Streamlining Federal Cybersecurity Regulations Act, introduced as S. 4630, aims to establish a Harmonization Committee to coordinate cybersecurity regulations in the U.S. This committee will simplify and align cybersecurity requirements across various...
Simple Explanation
The Streamlining Federal Cybersecurity Regulations Act wants to help different government groups work together to make computer rules that keep everyone safe from hackers. It sets up a special team to make sure these rules are all playing nice and not too different from each other.
S. 3943 — To require a plan to improve the cybersecurity and telecommunications of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet, and for other purposes.
March 14, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,212
S. 3943, known as the “Accelerating Networking, Cyberinfrastructure, and Hardware for Oceanic Research Act” or the “ANCHOR Act,” directs the development of a plan to enhance the cybersecurity and telecommunications capabilities of the U.S. Academic Research Fleet. The bill...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, they want to make sure the special ships used by scientists for ocean research have good security for their computers and strong internet. The plan is to help them keep their data safe and be able to teach more easily.

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