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CISA Director Term Set to Five Years

This law changes how the head of the agency protecting our online systems and critical services is appointed and how long they serve. It sets a five-year term for the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). This aims to provide stable leadership for protecting against cyber threats that could affect daily life.
Key points
Sets a five-year term for the Director of CISA.
Requires the President to appoint the Director with Senate approval.
Applies the five-year term to both future and the current Director.
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Print number: 117_HR_5186
Sponsor: Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2]
Process start date: 2021-09-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CISA Leadership Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5186.

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 2021-09-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Sets a five-year term for the Director of CISA.
  • Requires the President to appoint the Director with Senate approval.
  • Applies the five-year term to both future and the current Director.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation.

Is this summary verified?

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

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