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Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act of 2022
5/11/2023, 3:45 PM
Summary of Bill HR 7569
Bill 117 HR 7569, also known as the Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act of 2022, aims to address the growing concern of cybersecurity threats in the energy sector. The bill focuses on enhancing the cybersecurity workforce by establishing a program to provide grants to universities for cybersecurity research and education.
Specifically, the bill authorizes the Department of Energy to award grants to universities that demonstrate a commitment to cybersecurity education and research. These grants will be used to support the development of cybersecurity programs, research projects, and workforce training initiatives.
Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Energy to establish a cybersecurity leadership program to train individuals in the energy sector on best practices for cybersecurity. This program will help ensure that the energy industry is better equipped to prevent and respond to cyber threats. Overall, the Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act of 2022 aims to strengthen the cybersecurity workforce in the energy sector and improve the industry's ability to protect critical infrastructure from cyber attacks. By investing in cybersecurity education and training, the bill seeks to enhance the resilience of the energy sector and safeguard the nation's energy infrastructure.
Specifically, the bill authorizes the Department of Energy to award grants to universities that demonstrate a commitment to cybersecurity education and research. These grants will be used to support the development of cybersecurity programs, research projects, and workforce training initiatives.
Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Energy to establish a cybersecurity leadership program to train individuals in the energy sector on best practices for cybersecurity. This program will help ensure that the energy industry is better equipped to prevent and respond to cyber threats. Overall, the Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act of 2022 aims to strengthen the cybersecurity workforce in the energy sector and improve the industry's ability to protect critical infrastructure from cyber attacks. By investing in cybersecurity education and training, the bill seeks to enhance the resilience of the energy sector and safeguard the nation's energy infrastructure.
Congressional Summary of HR 7569
Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act of 2022
This bill requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to establish an Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Program. Under the program, DOE must provide financial assistance to graduate students and postdoctoral researchers pursuing a course of study that integrates cybersecurity competencies within disciplines associated with energy infrastructure needs. In addition, DOE must provide the students and researches supported under the program with research and training experiences at its National Laboratories and utilities.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7569
Bill HR 7569 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since July 28, 2022. Bill HR 7569 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 25, 2022. Bill HR 7569's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of July 28, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7569
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7569
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyPotential Impact Areas
- Computer security and identity theft
- Congressional oversight
- Education programs funding
- Employment and training programs
- Energy research
- Higher education
- Minority education
- Science and engineering education
- Student aid and college costs
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7569
Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act of 2022
Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act of 2022
To direct the Secretary of Energy to establish a program to provide financial assistance to graduate students and postdoctoral researchers pursuing certain courses of study relating to cybersecurity and energy infrastructure.
Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act of 2022
Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act of 2022
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7569
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