National Digital Reserve Corps Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:58:58Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3855 National Digital Reserve Corps Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3855

Bill 118 hr 3855, also known as the National Digital Reserve Corps Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a National Digital Reserve Corps, which would be a group of volunteers who are trained in digital skills and technology. These volunteers would be called upon in times of national emergency or crisis to assist with various digital tasks, such as cybersecurity, data analysis, and technology support.

The National Digital Reserve Corps would be overseen by the Department of Homeland Security and would work in coordination with other federal agencies and departments. The volunteers would receive training and resources to ensure they are prepared to assist in times of need. The bill also includes provisions for the protection of volunteers' personal information and liability protections for their work.

Overall, the National Digital Reserve Corps Act aims to harness the skills and expertise of volunteers in the digital field to enhance the nation's response to emergencies and crises. It seeks to create a more resilient and prepared workforce to address the growing importance of digital technology in national security and emergency response efforts.

Congressional Summary of HR 3855

National Digital Reserve Corps Act

This bill establishes a National Digital Reserve Corps in the General Services Administration (GSA) to address the digital and cybersecurity needs of executive agencies.

The GSA must establish standards for reservist eligibility and must ensure reservists have the necessary resources and security credentials for service. Reservists must agree to serve for three years and for at least 30 days per year as an active reservist, with up to $10,000 in annual compensation; reservists who fail to accept an offered appointment or complete required duties are subject to fines. The GSA may cover the costs of continuing education for reservists to support their service.

The Department of Labor must issue regulations that ensure the reemployment, continuation of benefits, and nondiscrimination in reemployment of active reservists.

In August 2021, President Joe Biden established the U.S. Digital Corps within the GSA to support the technological needs of executive agencies, including cybersecurity needs. The corps offers entry-level positions through two-year fellowships, with the option to convert to full-time career positions after completion of the fellowship.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3855

Bill HR 3855 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 6, 2023. Bill HR 3855 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 6, 2023. Bill HR 3855's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of June 6, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3855

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3855

National Digital Reserve Corps Act

To amend title 5, United States Code, to establish a National Digital Reserve Corps to help address the digital and cybersecurity needs of Executive agencies, and for other purposes.