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117th Congress · Senate

National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2021

Subjects: Computer security and identity theft · Department of Homeland Security · Emergency planning and evacuation · First responders and emergency personnel · Homeland security · Public-private cooperation · State and local government operations · Terrorism

In plain language

  • Senate bill in the 117th Congress.
  • Allows DHS to work with consortia of nonprofit entities to develop, update, and deliver cybersecurity training in support.
  • House passed it on Mar 8, 2022 (substantive).
Official summary (Congressional Research Service)

National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2021 This bill allows the Department of Homeland Security to work with one or more consortia composed of nonprofit entities to develop, update, and deliver cybersecurity training in support of homeland security.

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