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Enhanced Cybersecurity Reporting for Small Business Administration

This new law mandates the government agency supporting small businesses to annually report on its cybersecurity strategies. The aim is to enhance data security, including information related to small businesses, and identify risks from Chinese-manufactured equipment. This provides citizens with greater assurance that their data is better protected.
Key points
The agency supporting small businesses must annually submit a plan to improve its computer system security.
Reporting is required on risks associated with computer equipment manufactured in China and plans to mitigate them.
The agency will report on any data security incidents and the remedial actions taken.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-12-06
For 417
Against 0
Abstain 0
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Became Law
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3462
Sponsor: Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6]
Process start date: 2021-05-21
Voting date: 2022-12-06
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 506
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SBA Cyber Awareness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3462.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The agency supporting small businesses must annually submit a plan to improve its computer system security.
  • Reporting is required on risks associated with computer equipment manufactured in China and plans to mitigate them.
  • The agency will report on any data security incidents and the remedial actions taken.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-259.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Security Informatization Economy