Food and Agriculture Industry Cybersecurity Support Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:55:00Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1219 Food and Agriculture Industry Cybersecurity Support Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:55 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1219

Bill 118 hr 1219, also known as the Food and Agriculture Industry Cybersecurity Support Act, aims to enhance cybersecurity measures within the food and agriculture industry. The bill recognizes the increasing importance of protecting critical infrastructure from cyber threats and seeks to provide support and resources to help these industries strengthen their cybersecurity defenses.

The bill establishes a voluntary program within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to provide cybersecurity assistance to food and agriculture sector stakeholders. This program will offer resources such as training, technical assistance, and best practices to help organizations improve their cybersecurity posture.

Additionally, the bill directs DHS to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the cybersecurity risks facing the food and agriculture industry and develop a strategy to address these risks. This assessment will help identify vulnerabilities and develop targeted solutions to enhance cybersecurity resilience within the sector. Overall, the Food and Agriculture Industry Cybersecurity Support Act aims to bolster cybersecurity efforts within the food and agriculture industry, recognizing the critical role these sectors play in our nation's infrastructure. By providing support and resources, the bill seeks to enhance the industry's ability to defend against cyber threats and safeguard our food supply chain.

Current Status of Bill HR 1219

Bill HR 1219 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2023. Bill HR 1219 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 27, 2023. Bill HR 1219's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit. as of March 22, 2023