Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Expansion Act

House Bill 6524 - Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Expansion Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of House Bill 6524 Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Expansion Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/13/2024, 1:15 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 6524

Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Expansion Act

This bill establishes an apprenticeship program and a pilot program on cybersecurity.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency may establish one or more apprenticeship programs that lead directly to employment in

a cybersecurity work role with the agency; or
a position with a company or other entity, as prescribed by this bill.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) shall establish a pilot program under which the VA shall provide cyber-specific training for members of the Armed Forces transitioning from service in the Armed Forces to civilian life and veterans.

The bill extends through FY2025 the requirement for each federal agency to submit an annual report to the Office of Personnel Management that identifies information technology, cybersecurity, or other cyber-related work roles of critical need in the workforce of the agency.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6524

Bill HR 6524 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 30, 2023. Bill HR 6524 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 30, 2023. Bill HR 6524's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. as of December 19, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6524

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Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6524

Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Expansion Act

To authorize the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to establish an apprenticeship program and to establish a pilot program on cybersecurity training for veterans and members of the Armed Forces transitioning to civilian life, and for other purposes.