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Enhancing K-12 Cybersecurity: Protecting Student Data and Educational Institutions

This act aims to improve digital security in elementary and secondary schools. It introduces new programs to help schools protect student data and IT systems from cyberattacks, ensuring a safer online learning environment.
Key points
Establishment of a public website with cybersecurity advice and best practices for schools.
Creation of a database for federally funded cybersecurity tools and services, and funding opportunities.
Establishment of a voluntary registry for school cyber incidents to better monitor and prevent threats.
Implementation of a K-12 Cybersecurity Technology Improvement program, offering training and tools to protect against threats like ransomware.
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Additional Information
To direct the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to establish a School Cybersecurity Improvement Program, and for other purposes.
Print number: HR 4005
Sponsor: Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-6]
Process start date: 2021-06-17