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Bill114th CongressFiled Mar 15, 2016Science, Technology, Communications
H.R. 4743

National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2016

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What it doesSummary passed house amended (May 16, 2016)

National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2016

(Sec. 2) This bill authorizes the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to work with a consortium, including the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium, to support efforts to address cybersecurity risks and incidents, including threats or acts of terrorism.

Such a consortium must be composed primarily of nonprofit entities, including academic institutions, that develop, update, and deliver cybersecurity training in support of homeland security.

DHS may work with such a consortium to assist its national cybersecurity and communications integration center to:

  • provide training to state and local first responders and officials, develop curriculums, and provide technical assistance;
  • conduct cross-sector cybersecurity training and simulation exercises, including for state and local governments, critical infrastructure owners and operators, and private industry;
  • help states and communities develop cybersecurity information sharing programs; and
  • help incorporate cybersecurity risk and incident prevention and response into existing state and local emergency plans and continuity of operations plans.

In selecting a consortium, DHS must consider: (1) any prior experience conducting cybersecurity training and exercises for state and local entities, and (2) the geographic diversity of its members to cover different regions across the United States.

DHS must conduct outreach to universities and colleges regarding opportunities to support efforts to address cybersecurity risks and incidents.

DHS's authority to carry out this bill terminates five years after its enactment.

What just happenedMay 17, 2016

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20](D-TX)Sponsor
6 cosponsors4 D2 R
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  1. May 17, 2016IntroReferral

    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

    Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
  2. May 16, 2016FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  3. May 16, 2016FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 394 - 3 (Roll no. 194). (text: CR H2409)

  4. May 16, 2016Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 394 - 3 (Roll no. 194).(text: CR H2409)

  5. May 16, 2016FloorH30000

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2415-2416)

  6. May 16, 2016FloorH37220

    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

  7. May 16, 2016FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4743.

  8. May 16, 2016FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2409-2411)

  9. May 16, 2016FloorH30300

    Mr. Ratcliffe moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

  10. May 13, 2016CalendarsH12410

    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 438.

  11. May 13, 2016CommitteeH12200

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 114-565.

    Homeland Security Committee
  12. May 13, 2016Committee5000

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 114-565.

    Homeland Security Committee
  13. Apr 28, 2016Committee

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.

    Homeland Security Committee
  14. Apr 28, 2016Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Homeland Security Committee
  15. Apr 28, 2016Committee

    Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Security Technologies Discharged.

    Homeland Security Committee
  16. Mar 18, 2016Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Security Technologies.

    Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection Subcommittee
  17. Mar 15, 2016IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.

    Homeland Security Committee
  18. Mar 15, 2016IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  19. Mar 15, 2016IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Passed House amendedMay 16, 201636

National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2016

(Sec. 2) This bill authorizes the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to work with a consortium, including the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium, to support efforts to address cybersecurity risks and incidents, including threats or acts of terrorism.

Such a consortium must be composed primarily of nonprofit entities, including academic institutions, that develop, update, and deliver cybersecurity training in support of homeland security.

DHS may work with such a consortium to assist its national cybersecurity and communications integration center to:

  • provide training to state and local first responders and officials, develop curriculums, and provide technical assistance;
  • conduct cross-sector cybersecurity training and simulation exercises, including for state and local governments, critical infrastructure owners and operators, and private industry;
  • help states and communities develop cybersecurity information sharing programs; and
  • help incorporate cybersecurity risk and incident prevention and response into existing state and local emergency plans and continuity of operations plans.

In selecting a consortium, DHS must consider: (1) any prior experience conducting cybersecurity training and exercises for state and local entities, and (2) the geographic diversity of its members to cover different regions across the United States.

DHS must conduct outreach to universities and colleges regarding opportunities to support efforts to address cybersecurity risks and incidents.

DHS's authority to carry out this bill terminates five years after its enactment.

Reported to House with amendment(s)May 13, 201617

National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2016

(Sec. 2) This bill authorizes the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to work with a consortium, including the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium, to support efforts to address cybersecurity risks and incidents, including threats or acts of terrorism.

Such a consortium must be composed primarily of nonprofit entities, including academic institutions, that develop, update, and deliver cybersecurity training in support of homeland security.

DHS may work with such a consortium to assist its national cybersecurity and communications integration center to:

  • provide training to state and local first responders and officials, develop curriculums, and provide technical assistance;
  • conduct cross-sector cybersecurity training and simulation exercises, including for state and local governments, critical infrastructure owners and operators, and private industry;
  • help states and communities develop cybersecurity information sharing programs; and
  • help incorporate cybersecurity risk and incident prevention and response into existing state and local emergency plans and continuity of operations plans.

In selecting a consortium, DHS must consider: (1) any prior experience conducting cybersecurity training and exercises for state and local entities, and (2) the geographic diversity of its members to cover different regions across the United States.

DHS must conduct outreach to universities and colleges regarding opportunities to support efforts to address cybersecurity risks and incidents.

DHS's authority to carry out this bill terminates five years after its enactment.

Introduced in HouseMar 15, 2016

National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2016

This bill authorizes the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish a National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium to engage academic, nonprofit, private industry, and federal, state, and local government partners to address cybersecurity risks and incidents, including threats or acts of terrorism.

The consortium may:

  • provide training to state and local first responders and officials, develop curriculums, and provide technical assistance;
  • conduct cross-sector cybersecurity training and simulation exercises, including for state and local governments, critical infrastructure owners and operators, and private industry;
  • coordinate with DHS's national cybersecurity and communications integration center to help states and communities develop cybersecurity information sharing programs; and
  • assist in the incorporation of cybersecurity risk and incident prevention and response into existing state and local emergency plans.

The consortium shall terminate five years after enactment of this Act.

National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium Act of 2016 — Informed