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Increased Oversight for Federal Agency Cybersecurity Exemptions

New rules enhance oversight of government agency cybersecurity, requiring agencies to justify any deviations from standard security measures. This aims to better protect citizens' data held by the government, reducing the risk of breaches and cyberattacks. Citizens can expect greater security for their information within federal systems.
Key points
Federal agencies must now get approval for cybersecurity requirement exemptions, providing detailed justifications.
Exemptions will only be valid for one year and can be renewed upon reapplication.
The government will regularly report which agencies and systems have received exemptions, increasing transparency.
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Print number: 117_S_3618
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Process start date: 2022-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Cybersecurity Oversight Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3618.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies must now get approval for cybersecurity requirement exemptions, providing detailed justifications.
  • Exemptions will only be valid for one year and can be renewed upon reapplication.
  • The government will regularly report which agencies and systems have received exemptions, increasing transparency.
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 Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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