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Cybersecurity Skills Integration Act

12/29/2022, 1:34 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9259

Bill 117 hr 9259, also known as the Cybersecurity Skills Integration Act, aims to address the growing need for skilled cybersecurity professionals in the United States. The bill focuses on integrating cybersecurity education and training into existing workforce development programs to better prepare individuals for careers in this field.

The Cybersecurity Skills Integration Act requires the Department of Labor to work with industry stakeholders to develop a national cybersecurity workforce development strategy. This strategy will identify the skills and competencies needed for cybersecurity jobs and outline ways to integrate cybersecurity education and training into existing workforce development programs.

Additionally, the bill establishes a grant program to support the development and implementation of cybersecurity training programs at community colleges, technical schools, and other educational institutions. These programs will focus on providing hands-on training and real-world experience to students pursuing careers in cybersecurity. Overall, the Cybersecurity Skills Integration Act seeks to address the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals by ensuring that individuals have the necessary skills and training to succeed in this critical field. By integrating cybersecurity education into existing workforce development programs and providing support for training programs, the bill aims to strengthen the cybersecurity workforce and enhance the nation's cybersecurity capabilities.

Congressional Summary of HR 9259

Cybersecurity Skills Integration Act

This bill requires the Department of Education to establish a pilot program in order to award grants to partnerships between postsecondary educational institutions and employers in critical infrastructure sectors for cybersecurity education programs.

Current Status of Bill HR 9259

Bill HR 9259 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 31, 2022. Bill HR 9259 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on October 31, 2022.  Bill HR 9259's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of October 31, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9259

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9259

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9259

Cybersecurity Skills Integration Act
Cybersecurity Skills Integration Act
To direct the Secretary of Education to establish a pilot program to award competitive grants for the integration of cybersecurity education, and for other purposes.

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