Cyber Deterrence and Response Act of 2022

Cyber Deterrence and Response Act of 2022

This bill imposes sanctions on foreign persons (individuals or entities, including agencies of a foreign state) that are knowingly responsible for or have engaged in certain state-sponsored cyber activities, generally those that originate from outside of the United States and are reasonably likely to contribute to a significant threat to U.S. national security, foreign policy, economic health, or financial stability. The bill also imposes sanctions on certain foreign persons that provide material support for such state-sponsored cyber activities.

Bill 117 HR 7302, also known as the Cyber Deterrence and Response Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at enhancing the country's ability to deter and respond to cyber threats. The bill focuses on improving the coordination and cooperation between government agencies, private sector entities, and international partners in order to better protect the nation's critical infrastructure and sensitive information from cyber attacks.

Key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a Cyber Deterrence and Response Center within the Department of Homeland Security, which will serve as a central hub for coordinating cyber defense efforts. The bill also calls for the development of a national cyber deterrence strategy, which will outline the country's approach to deterring and responding to cyber threats.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to enhance information sharing between government agencies and private sector organizations, as well as provisions to strengthen the cybersecurity workforce through training and education programs. The bill also authorizes the use of offensive cyber operations to deter and respond to cyber attacks, while ensuring appropriate oversight and accountability. Overall, the Cyber Deterrence and Response Act of 2022 aims to bolster the nation's cybersecurity defenses and improve its ability to deter and respond to cyber threats in an increasingly digital world.