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To direct the Secretary of Energy to provide financial assistance to graduate students and postdoctoral researchers pursuing certain courses of study relating to cybersecurity and energy infrastructure, and for other purposes.
2/16/2024, 3:50 PM
Summary of Bill HR 302
Bill 118 hr 302, also known as the "Cybersecurity and Energy Infrastructure Education Act," aims to support graduate students and postdoctoral researchers who are studying cybersecurity and energy infrastructure. The bill directs the Secretary of Energy to provide financial assistance to these individuals to help them pursue their studies in these critical fields.
The financial assistance provided under this bill will help graduate students and postdoctoral researchers cover the costs of their education and research, including tuition, fees, and living expenses. By supporting these individuals, the bill seeks to encourage the development of a skilled workforce in cybersecurity and energy infrastructure, which are essential for protecting our nation's critical infrastructure and ensuring the security of our energy systems.
In addition to providing financial assistance, the bill also includes provisions for mentoring and professional development opportunities for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. These opportunities will help these individuals develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen fields and contribute to the advancement of cybersecurity and energy infrastructure. Overall, Bill 118 hr 302 is aimed at supporting the next generation of cybersecurity and energy infrastructure professionals and ensuring that the United States remains at the forefront of these critical fields. By providing financial assistance and professional development opportunities to graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, the bill seeks to strengthen our nation's cybersecurity and energy infrastructure and protect against potential threats.
The financial assistance provided under this bill will help graduate students and postdoctoral researchers cover the costs of their education and research, including tuition, fees, and living expenses. By supporting these individuals, the bill seeks to encourage the development of a skilled workforce in cybersecurity and energy infrastructure, which are essential for protecting our nation's critical infrastructure and ensuring the security of our energy systems.
In addition to providing financial assistance, the bill also includes provisions for mentoring and professional development opportunities for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. These opportunities will help these individuals develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen fields and contribute to the advancement of cybersecurity and energy infrastructure. Overall, Bill 118 hr 302 is aimed at supporting the next generation of cybersecurity and energy infrastructure professionals and ensuring that the United States remains at the forefront of these critical fields. By providing financial assistance and professional development opportunities to graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, the bill seeks to strengthen our nation's cybersecurity and energy infrastructure and protect against potential threats.
Congressional Summary of HR 302
Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act of 2023
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 researchers supported under the program with research and training experiences at its National Laboratories and utilities.
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Current Status of Bill HR 302
Bill HR 302 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since February 7, 2023. Bill HR 302 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 11, 2023. Bill HR 302's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of February 7, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 302
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 302
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 302
To direct the Secretary of Energy to provide financial assistance to graduate students and postdoctoral researchers pursuing certain courses of study relating to cybersecurity and energy infrastructure, and for other purposes.
Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act of 2023
To direct the Secretary of Energy to provide financial assistance to graduate students and postdoctoral researchers pursuing certain courses of study relating to cybersecurity and energy infrastructure, and for other purposes.
Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act of 2023
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, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 302
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