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Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2021
4/17/2024, 11:44 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4513
Bill 117 HR 4513, also known as the Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2021, aims to improve cybersecurity measures for small businesses in the United States. The bill focuses on providing resources and support to help small businesses protect themselves from cyber threats.
Key provisions of the bill include:
1. Establishing a grant program to provide funding for small businesses to enhance their cybersecurity infrastructure. This program will help small businesses access the necessary tools and technologies to protect their sensitive data from cyber attacks. 2. Creating a cybersecurity training program for small business owners and employees. This program will educate individuals on best practices for preventing cyber attacks and responding to security incidents. 3. Enhancing information sharing between small businesses and government agencies. This will help small businesses stay informed about emerging cyber threats and receive timely assistance in the event of a security breach. Overall, the Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2021 aims to strengthen the cybersecurity defenses of small businesses and reduce their vulnerability to cyber attacks. By providing resources, training, and support, the bill seeks to empower small businesses to protect their valuable data and maintain the trust of their customers.
Key provisions of the bill include:
1. Establishing a grant program to provide funding for small businesses to enhance their cybersecurity infrastructure. This program will help small businesses access the necessary tools and technologies to protect their sensitive data from cyber attacks. 2. Creating a cybersecurity training program for small business owners and employees. This program will educate individuals on best practices for preventing cyber attacks and responding to security incidents. 3. Enhancing information sharing between small businesses and government agencies. This will help small businesses stay informed about emerging cyber threats and receive timely assistance in the event of a security breach. Overall, the Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2021 aims to strengthen the cybersecurity defenses of small businesses and reduce their vulnerability to cyber attacks. By providing resources, training, and support, the bill seeks to empower small businesses to protect their valuable data and maintain the trust of their customers.
Congressional Summary of HR 4513
Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2021
This bill requires the Small Business Administration (SBA) to establish a central small business cybersecurity-assistance unit within the SBA and a regional cybersecurity-assistance unit within each small business development center.
These units shall serve as the primary means for a small business to communicate cyber threats and defensive measures with the federal government, and the bill prohibits any cause of action against a small business for such communication or for any conduct in response to such communication.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4513
Bill HR 4513 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2021. Bill HR 4513 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 19, 2021. Bill HR 4513's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 102. as of October 12, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4513
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4513
Primary Policy Focus
CommerceAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4513
Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2021
To amend the Small Business Act to provide for the establishment of an enhanced cybersecurity assistance and protections for small businesses, and for other purposes.
Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2021
Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2021
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4513
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