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Cybersecurity Support for Small Businesses: New Funds and Programs

This act allocates $3 million annually from 2023 to 2025 for programs supporting small business cybersecurity. This funding will help entrepreneurs protect their data and systems from attacks, enhancing their security and stability. The program aims to facilitate access to cybersecurity best practices.
Key points
Small businesses can expect financial support and advice on cybersecurity.
The program aims to help businesses protect against cyber threats, potentially preventing financial losses and data breaches.
The government will monitor how states use these funds to ensure program effectiveness.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6812
Sponsor: Rep. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14]
Process start date: 2022-02-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Pilot Program Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6812.

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 2022-02-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Small businesses can expect financial support and advice on cybersecurity.
  • The program aims to help businesses protect against cyber threats, potentially preventing financial losses and data breaches.
  • The government will monitor how states use these funds to ensure program effectiveness.
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. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.

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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