DHS Cyber Incident Response Teams Act of 2018

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Explore the details of House Bill 5074 DHS Cyber Incident Response Teams Act of 2018 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/7/2025, 3:16 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5074

Bill 115 hr 5074, also known as the DHS Cyber Incident Response Teams Act of 2018, aims to enhance the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) ability to respond to cyber incidents. The bill specifically focuses on establishing cyber incident response teams within the DHS to assist in responding to and mitigating cyber threats.

These response teams would be responsible for providing technical assistance to federal agencies, state and local governments, and critical infrastructure entities in the event of a cyber incident. The teams would also work to develop best practices and guidelines for responding to cyber threats, as well as conducting training exercises to improve preparedness.

Additionally, the bill requires the DHS to report to Congress on the activities and effectiveness of the cyber incident response teams, ensuring transparency and accountability in their operations. Overall, the DHS Cyber Incident Response Teams Act of 2018 seeks to strengthen the nation's cybersecurity capabilities and better protect against cyber threats.

Current Status of Bill HR 5074

Bill HR 5074 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 20, 2018. Bill HR 5074 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on February 20, 2018. Bill HR 5074's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of March 20, 2018