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DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program Act

1/9/2025, 12:26 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9689

The DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 9689, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a cybersecurity internship program within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

The program would be designed to provide opportunities for students and recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in the field of cybersecurity. Participants in the program would work alongside cybersecurity professionals within the DHS, gaining valuable skills and knowledge that could help them pursue careers in this important and rapidly growing field.

The bill outlines the requirements for eligibility for the program, as well as the selection process for participants. It also includes provisions for mentorship and training for interns, as well as opportunities for networking and professional development. Overall, the DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program Act aims to address the growing need for skilled cybersecurity professionals in the United States by providing valuable training and experience to the next generation of cybersecurity experts.

Congressional Summary of HR 9689

DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program Act

This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to carry out a cybersecurity internship program. Under this program, DHS must provide paid cybersecurity internships to participating students enrolled in secondary schools; technical, trade, or vocational schools; or institutions of higher education.

Current Status of Bill HR 9689

Bill HR 9689 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since December 11, 2024. Bill HR 9689 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 19, 2024.  Bill HR 9689's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of December 11, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9689

Total Number of Sponsors
11
Democrat Sponsors
11
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9689

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Potential Impact Areas

- Computer security and identity theft
- Department of Homeland Security
- Elementary and secondary education
- Employment and training programs
- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
- Higher education
- Vocational and technical education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9689

DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program Act
DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program Act
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program, and for other purposes.

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Lillian Dorsey

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1 year ago

How does this affect me?