Study on Cyber-Attack Response Options Act

Senate Bill 2292 - Study on Cyber-Attack Response Options Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2022-12-31T05:25:53Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 2292 Study on Cyber-Attack Response Options Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/31/2022, 5:25 AM

Congressional Summary of S 2292

Study on Cyber-Attack Response Options Act

This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to study and report on the potential benefits and risks of amending the federal statute commonly known as the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act to allow private entities to respond to an unlawful network breach, subject to federal regulation and oversight.

The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act prohibits various categories of computer-related conduct by an individual without authority or in excess of authorization.

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Current Status of Bill S 2292

Bill S 2292 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 24, 2021. Bill S 2292 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on June 24, 2021. Bill S 2292's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of June 24, 2021

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2292

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Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2292

A bill to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to study the potential consequences and benefits of amending the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act to allow private companies to take proportional actions in response to an unlawful network breach.

Study on Cyber-Attack Response Options Act