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SBA Cyber Awareness Act

4/17/2024, 11:44 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3462

Bill 117 HR 3462, also known as the SBA Cyber Awareness Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to enhance cybersecurity awareness and training within the Small Business Administration (SBA).

The SBA Cyber Awareness Act requires the SBA to develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity training program for its employees. This program will focus on educating SBA staff on best practices for protecting sensitive information and preventing cyber attacks. The goal is to improve the overall cybersecurity posture of the SBA and reduce the risk of data breaches and other cyber threats.

Additionally, the bill requires the SBA to report annually to Congress on its cybersecurity training efforts and any incidents of cyber attacks or data breaches that have occurred. This reporting will help to ensure transparency and accountability in the SBA's cybersecurity practices. Overall, the SBA Cyber Awareness Act aims to strengthen the cybersecurity defenses of the Small Business Administration and better protect the sensitive information it handles. By prioritizing cybersecurity training and awareness, the SBA can reduce the risk of cyber attacks and safeguard the data of small businesses and individuals who interact with the agency.

Current Status of Bill HR 3462

Bill HR 3462 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 21, 2021. Bill HR 3462 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 21, 2021.  Bill HR 3462's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 117-259. as of December 21, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3462

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3462

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

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