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Study on Establishing a Cyber Defense National Guard

This document proposes a bill to study the feasibility of creating a Cyber Defense National Guard in the United States. The goal is to protect the nation's critical computer systems from cyberattacks. The study will assess costs, personnel needs, and management strategies, potentially enhancing the digital security of every citizen.
Key points
Mandates a study on the feasibility of establishing a Cyber Defense National Guard to protect the nation's digital infrastructure.
Analyzes costs, required personnel, and potential recruitment sources (e.g., industry, academia) for the new unit.
Evaluates how such a unit would operate during emergencies, including communication disruptions, and its overall impact on U.S. cybersecurity.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_119
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]
Process start date: 2021-01-04