National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2016

Bill 114 hr 4743, also known as the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2016, aims to enhance the cybersecurity preparedness of state and local governments by establishing a consortium of academic, nonprofit, and private sector entities. This consortium will provide training, technical assistance, and resources to help state and local governments improve their cybersecurity capabilities.

The bill authorizes the Department of Homeland Security to designate a national cybersecurity preparedness consortium, which will be responsible for coordinating and delivering cybersecurity training and technical assistance to state and local governments. The consortium will also be tasked with developing and disseminating best practices for cybersecurity preparedness.

Additionally, the bill authorizes the Department of Homeland Security to provide grants to the consortium to support its activities. These grants will be used to fund cybersecurity training programs, develop cybersecurity resources, and conduct research on cybersecurity best practices. Overall, the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2016 aims to strengthen the cybersecurity capabilities of state and local governments by providing them with the resources and support they need to protect against cyber threats.