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Cybersecurity Clinics Grant Program Act

12/29/2022, 12:48 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9085

Bill 117 HR 9085, also known as the Cybersecurity Clinics Grant Program Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a grant program that would provide funding to cybersecurity clinics at institutions of higher education.

The bill aims to address the growing need for cybersecurity professionals in the United States by supporting the development of cybersecurity clinics that can provide hands-on training and experience to students. These clinics would offer services to small businesses, non-profit organizations, and local governments to help them improve their cybersecurity practices.

The Cybersecurity Clinics Grant Program Act would authorize the appropriation of funds to support these clinics, with a focus on promoting diversity and inclusion in the cybersecurity field. The bill also includes provisions for reporting requirements and evaluation of the program's effectiveness. Overall, the Cybersecurity Clinics Grant Program Act seeks to enhance cybersecurity education and training opportunities, ultimately strengthening the nation's cybersecurity workforce and infrastructure.

Congressional Summary of HR 9085

Cybersecurity Clinics Grant Program Act

This bill directs the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to award grants to fund university-based cybersecurity clinics at junior or community colleges, historically Black colleges and universities, Hispanic-serving institutions, and other minority-serving institutions.

Current Status of Bill HR 9085

Bill HR 9085 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 29, 2022. Bill HR 9085 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 29, 2022.  Bill HR 9085's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of September 29, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9085

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 9085

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9085

Cybersecurity Clinics Grant Program Act
Cybersecurity Clinics Grant Program Act
To establish a grant program carried out by the Department of Homeland Security to fund university-based cybersecurity clinics at junior or community colleges, historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-serving institutions (HSIs), and other minority-serving institutions, and for other purposes.

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