OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Proactive Cyber Initiatives Act of 2022
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8403.
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 2022-07-15.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- All critical information systems of government agencies will undergo regular testing for vulnerabilities to attacks.
- New technologies, such as 'deception technology' systems, will be introduced to mislead and detect hackers.
- The Office of the National Cyber Director will gain increased authority to coordinate activities and information sharing among agencies.
- Security test reports will be aggregated and analyzed to identify common threats and recommend solutions for all agencies.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-15].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House
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?
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