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To amend the Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2014 to make improvements to the Federal Cyber Scholarship for Service Program, and for other purposes.

12/16/2024, 7:26 PM

Summary of Bill HR 10209

Bill 118 hr 10209, also known as the Federal Cyber Scholarship for Service Program Improvement Act, aims to amend the Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2014 in order to enhance the Federal Cyber Scholarship for Service Program. This program provides scholarships to students pursuing degrees in cybersecurity in exchange for a commitment to work for the federal government upon graduation.

The proposed amendments in this bill seek to make improvements to the program by increasing the number of scholarships available, expanding eligibility criteria, and enhancing the overall effectiveness of the program. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the establishment of partnerships with academic institutions and federal agencies to further support cybersecurity education and training.

Overall, the Federal Cyber Scholarship for Service Program Improvement Act aims to strengthen the cybersecurity workforce in the federal government by providing more opportunities for students to pursue education in this critical field and ultimately contribute to national security efforts.

Current Status of Bill HR 10209

Bill HR 10209 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 21, 2024. Bill HR 10209 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 21, 2024.  Bill HR 10209's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. as of November 21, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10209

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
4
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 10209

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10209

To amend the Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2014 to make improvements to the Federal Cyber Scholarship for Service Program, and for other purposes.
To amend the Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2014 to make improvements to the Federal Cyber Scholarship for Service Program, and for other purposes.

Comments

Sol Roach profile image

Sol Roach

655

1 year ago

I support this bill.

Koen Francis profile image

Koen Francis

675

1 year ago

This bill is great for our cybersecurity. It will help keep us safe online.

Destiny Cho profile image

Destiny Cho

667

1 year ago

I don't like this bill, how will it affect me?