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Strengthening School Cybersecurity: Protecting Student Data and Educational Systems.

This act aims to enhance digital security in elementary and secondary schools. It means better protection for student data, remote learning systems, and prevention of cyberattacks, increasing the digital safety of children and youth in educational institutions.
Key points
Creation of a public website with cybersecurity advice and training for schools.
Establishment of a registry for school cyber incidents to better understand and prevent threats.
Implementation of a program to improve cybersecurity technology in schools, including tools against ransomware.
Access to information on federal and local funding opportunities for school cybersecurity improvements.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2845
Sponsor: Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7]
Process start date: 2023-04-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Enhancing K–12 Cybersecurity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2845.

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 2023-04-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a public website with cybersecurity advice and training for schools.
  • Establishment of a registry for school cyber incidents to better understand and prevent threats.
  • Implementation of a program to improve cybersecurity technology in schools, including tools against ransomware.
  • Access to information on federal and local funding opportunities for school cybersecurity improvements.
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. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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.

CATEGORIES

Education Security Informatization