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Critical Technology Security Centers: Enhancing US Digital Protection

This act establishes new centers within the Department of Homeland Security to evaluate and test the security of critical technologies, including communication systems, government software, and open-source code. The goal is to enhance national digital security and protect against cyber threats, indirectly impacting the stability of public and private services used by citizens.
Key points
At least two centers will be established to test the security of critical technologies, including software and hardware.
Centers will identify vulnerabilities in technologies and report them to developers for remediation.
The act provides funding to improve the security of open-source software, which many systems rely on.
Regular reports on discovered vulnerabilities will be submitted to a public database, increasing threat awareness.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2866
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
Process start date: 2023-04-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Critical Technology Security Centers Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2866.

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:

  • At least two centers will be established to test the security of critical technologies, including software and hardware.
  • Centers will identify vulnerabilities in technologies and report them to developers for remediation.
  • The act provides funding to improve the security of open-source software, which many systems rely on.
  • Regular reports on discovered vulnerabilities will be submitted to a public database, increasing threat awareness.
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. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technology.

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.

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