NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act
3/28/2025, 6:08 PM
Status of Legislation
Purpose and Summary
NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act
This bill establishes an Office of Policy Development and Cybersecurity within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to analyze and develop policies related to internet and communications technologies.
Specific activities of the office include, for example, developing policies that promote (1) innovation, competition, and other elements of the communications, media, and technology markets; (2) security and resilience to cybersecurity incidents while fostering innovation; and (3) commercialization of communications technologies.
The existing Associate Administrator for Policy Analysis and Development within NTIA must be redesignated as Associate Administrator for Policy Development and Cybersecurity, and must serve as head of the office.
The bill also includes provisions for other purposes, although specific details are not provided in the summary. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to enhance the NTIA's ability to address cybersecurity issues and develop effective policies to protect our nation's information and telecommunications systems.
In summary, Bill 119 HR 1766 seeks to strengthen the NTIA by creating a new office dedicated to policy development and cybersecurity. This legislation reflects the growing importance of cybersecurity in today's digital world and aims to ensure that our nation's information and telecommunications systems are secure and protected.
Comments
Recent Activity
NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act
This bill establishes an Office of Policy Development and Cybersecurity within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to analyze and develop polic...
Specific activities of the office include, for example, developing policies that promote (1) innovation, competition, and other elements of the communications, media, and technology markets; (2) security and resilience to cybersecurity incidents while fostering innovation; and (3) commercialization of communications technologies.
The existing Associate Administrator for Policy Analysis and Development within NTIA must be redesignated as Associate Administrator for Policy Development and Cybersecurity, and must serve as head of the office.