Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2022

5/11/2023, 3:46 PM

Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2022

This bill addresses federal information security management, notification and remediation of cybersecurity incidents, and the roles of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).

CISA must perform, on an ongoing and continuous basis, assessments of federal risk posture. The bill requires evaluation by each agency of whether additional cybersecurity procedures are appropriate at least once every three years.

An agency, as expeditiously as practicable and without unreasonable delay, and within 45 days after it has a reasonable basis to conclude that a breach has occurred, must (1) determine whether notice to any individual potentially affected by the breach is appropriate based on a risk assessment; and (2) as appropriate, provide written notice to each individual potentially affected. Notification may be delayed under specified circumstances.

Each agency must provide any information relating to a major incident to CISA, the OMB, the Office of the National Cyber Director, the agency's office of inspector general, the Government Accountability Office, and Congress.

An agency's contractors and grant recipients must notify the agency of an incident involving federal information within a specified time frame.

Each agency shall develop training for individuals at the agency with access to federal information or information systems on how to identify and respond to an incident.

CISA must establish a program to provide ongoing, hypothesis-driven threat-hunting services on the network of each agency.

The bill establishes specified pilot programs to enhance federal cybersecurity.

Bill 117 HR 6497, also known as the Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2022, aims to enhance the cybersecurity of federal information systems and data. The bill seeks to improve the overall security posture of federal agencies by requiring them to implement stronger security measures and protocols.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Strengthening the role of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in overseeing federal information security efforts. 2. Requiring federal agencies to develop and implement risk-based cybersecurity programs to protect their information systems. 3. Mandating the use of best practices and standards for securing federal information systems, such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) cybersecurity framework. 4. Enhancing the coordination and sharing of cybersecurity information between federal agencies and with the private sector. 5. Establishing reporting requirements for federal agencies to regularly assess and report on their cybersecurity posture. Overall, the Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2022 aims to improve the cybersecurity of federal agencies and protect sensitive government information from cyber threats. By implementing stronger security measures and protocols, the bill seeks to enhance the overall security posture of federal information systems and data.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 6497

Introduced on
2022-01-25

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/25/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2022

This bill addresses federal information security management, notification and remediation of cybersecurity incidents, and the roles of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).

CISA must perform, on an ongoing and continuous basis, assessments of federal risk posture. The bill requires evaluation by each agency of whether additional cybersecurity procedures are appropriate at least once every three years.

An agency, as expeditiously as practicable and without unreasonable delay, and within 45 days after it has a reasonable basis to conclude that a breach has occurred, must (1) determine whether notice to any individual potentially affected by the breach is appropriate based on a risk assessment; and (2) as appropriate, provide written notice to each individual potentially affected. Notification may be delayed under specified circumstances.

Each agency must provide any information relating to a major incident to CISA, the OMB, the Office of the National Cyber Director, the agency's office of inspector general, the Government Accountability Office, and Congress.

An agency's contractors and grant recipients must notify the agency of an incident involving federal information within a specified time frame.

Each agency shall develop training for individuals at the agency with access to federal information or information systems on how to identify and respond to an incident.

CISA must establish a program to provide ongoing, hypothesis-driven threat-hunting services on the network of each agency.

The bill establishes specified pilot programs to enhance federal cybersecurity.

Bill 117 HR 6497, also known as the Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2022, aims to enhance the cybersecurity of federal information systems and data. The bill seeks to improve the overall security posture of federal agencies by requiring them to implement stronger security measures and protocols.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Strengthening the role of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in overseeing federal information security efforts. 2. Requiring federal agencies to develop and implement risk-based cybersecurity programs to protect their information systems. 3. Mandating the use of best practices and standards for securing federal information systems, such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) cybersecurity framework. 4. Enhancing the coordination and sharing of cybersecurity information between federal agencies and with the private sector. 5. Establishing reporting requirements for federal agencies to regularly assess and report on their cybersecurity posture. Overall, the Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2022 aims to improve the cybersecurity of federal agencies and protect sensitive government information from cyber threats. By implementing stronger security measures and protocols, the bill seeks to enhance the overall security posture of federal information systems and data.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo modernize Federal information security management and improve Federal cybersecurity to combat persisting and emerging threats, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact
Administrative law and regulatory procedures•
Advisory bodies•
Computer security and identity theft•
Computers and information technology•
Congressional oversight•
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation•
Department of Homeland Security•
Employment and training programs•
Executive agency funding and structure•
Federal officials•
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management•
Government information and archives•
Government studies and investigations•
Infrastructure development•
Internet, web applications, social media•
Office of Management and Budget (OMB)•
Performance measurement•
Public contracts and procurement•
Right of privacy•
Technology assessment•
Telephone and wireless communication

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Latest Summary3/8/2022

Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2022

This bill addresses federal information security management, notification and remediation of cybersecurity incidents, and the roles of the Office of Management and Bu...


Latest Action2/2/2022
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.