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Securing American Research from Cyber Theft Act
12/30/2022, 5:32 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3747
Bill 117 HR 3747, also known as the Securing American Research from Cyber Theft Act, aims to protect American research institutions from cyber theft and espionage. The bill focuses on safeguarding sensitive research data and intellectual property from being stolen by foreign entities.
The key provisions of the bill include requiring research institutions that receive federal funding to develop and implement cybersecurity plans to protect their research data. These plans must include measures to detect and respond to cyber threats, as well as protocols for reporting any breaches to the appropriate authorities.
Additionally, the bill establishes a task force within the Department of Homeland Security to coordinate efforts to combat cyber theft in the research sector. This task force will work with research institutions to provide guidance and support in implementing cybersecurity measures. Furthermore, the bill authorizes the Department of Justice to investigate and prosecute individuals or entities found to be engaged in cyber theft of research data. Penalties for such offenses include fines and imprisonment. Overall, the Securing American Research from Cyber Theft Act aims to strengthen the cybersecurity defenses of American research institutions and deter foreign actors from stealing valuable research data. By implementing these measures, the bill seeks to protect the integrity of American research and innovation.
The key provisions of the bill include requiring research institutions that receive federal funding to develop and implement cybersecurity plans to protect their research data. These plans must include measures to detect and respond to cyber threats, as well as protocols for reporting any breaches to the appropriate authorities.
Additionally, the bill establishes a task force within the Department of Homeland Security to coordinate efforts to combat cyber theft in the research sector. This task force will work with research institutions to provide guidance and support in implementing cybersecurity measures. Furthermore, the bill authorizes the Department of Justice to investigate and prosecute individuals or entities found to be engaged in cyber theft of research data. Penalties for such offenses include fines and imprisonment. Overall, the Securing American Research from Cyber Theft Act aims to strengthen the cybersecurity defenses of American research institutions and deter foreign actors from stealing valuable research data. By implementing these measures, the bill seeks to protect the integrity of American research and innovation.
Congressional Summary of HR 3747
Securing American Research From Cyber Theft Act
This bill establishes a pilot program and modifies a current program related to cybersecurity for federally supported research and data.
The bill directs the National Science Foundation to award grants to establish a pilot program to ensure the security of federally supported research data and to assist regional institutions of higher education and their researchers in complying with regulations regarding the safeguarding of sensitive information and other relevant regulations and federal guidelines.
The bill requires the Networking and Information Technology Research and Development Program to provide for improving the security, reliability, and resiliency of computing and networking systems used by higher education and other nonprofit research institutions for the processing, storage, and transmission of sensitive federally funded research and associated data.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3747
Bill HR 3747 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2021. Bill HR 3747 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 8, 2021. Bill HR 3747's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Research and Technology. as of June 8, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3747
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3747
Primary Policy Focus
Science, Technology, CommunicationsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3747
Securing American Research from Cyber Theft Act
To provide for a pilot project for a nationwide network of secure computing enclaves for federally funded research in universities, and for other purposes.
Securing American Research from Cyber Theft Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3747
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