Bill 118 s 2715, also known as the Countering Mexican Transnational Criminal Organizations in Cyberspace Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing the growing threat posed by Mexican transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) in cyberspace.
The bill seeks to enhance the ability of US law enforcement agencies to combat TCOs operating in cyberspace by providing additional resources and tools. It authorizes the Department of Justice to work with international partners to investigate and prosecute TCOs engaged in cybercrime, including drug trafficking, human trafficking, and money laundering.
Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a task force dedicated to countering Mexican TCOs in cyberspace, which will be responsible for coordinating efforts across various government agencies and developing strategies to disrupt and dismantle these criminal organizations.
Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to enhance information sharing and cooperation between US and Mexican law enforcement agencies, as well as measures to strengthen cybersecurity defenses to protect against TCOs' cyberattacks.
Overall, the Countering Mexican Transnational Criminal Organizations in Cyberspace Act of 2023 aims to address the evolving threat posed by Mexican TCOs in cyberspace and enhance the ability of US law enforcement agencies to combat these criminal organizations effectively.