Small Business Cyber Resiliency Act

3/13/2024, 5:08 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
Bill 118 s 2740, also known as the Small Business Cyber Resiliency Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at helping small businesses improve their cybersecurity measures. The bill focuses on providing resources and support to small businesses to enhance their ability to prevent and respond to cyber threats.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program that would provide funding to small businesses to implement cybersecurity measures. This includes investing in technology, training employees, and developing incident response plans. The goal is to help small businesses better protect their sensitive information and customer data from cyber attacks.

Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Unit within the Department of Homeland Security. This unit would be responsible for providing guidance and support to small businesses on cybersecurity best practices, as well as coordinating with other federal agencies to ensure a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity for small businesses. Overall, the Small Business Cyber Resiliency Act aims to address the growing threat of cyber attacks on small businesses by providing them with the resources and support needed to strengthen their cybersecurity defenses. By investing in cybersecurity measures, small businesses can better protect themselves and their customers from the potentially devastating impacts of cyber attacks.
Congress
118

Number
S - 2740

Introduced on
2023-09-07

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/7/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
Bill 118 s 2740, also known as the Small Business Cyber Resiliency Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at helping small businesses improve their cybersecurity measures. The bill focuses on providing resources and support to small businesses to enhance their ability to prevent and respond to cyber threats.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program that would provide funding to small businesses to implement cybersecurity measures. This includes investing in technology, training employees, and developing incident response plans. The goal is to help small businesses better protect their sensitive information and customer data from cyber attacks.

Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Unit within the Department of Homeland Security. This unit would be responsible for providing guidance and support to small businesses on cybersecurity best practices, as well as coordinating with other federal agencies to ensure a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity for small businesses. Overall, the Small Business Cyber Resiliency Act aims to address the growing threat of cyber attacks on small businesses by providing them with the resources and support needed to strengthen their cybersecurity defenses. By investing in cybersecurity measures, small businesses can better protect themselves and their customers from the potentially devastating impacts of cyber attacks.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to help small businesses prepare for and combat cybersecurity threats, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Commerce

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Latest Action9/7/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.