Strengthening K-12 School Cybersecurity: Protecting Student Data and Educational Systems.
This Act aims to significantly enhance the digital security of elementary and secondary schools across the US, protecting student data and ensuring educational continuity. It establishes programs to help schools defend their IT systems against cyberattacks and ransomware. The CISA agency will create a public platform for sharing threat information and available security tools for educational institutions.
Key points
Creation of a public online platform (School Cybersecurity Information Exchange) providing best practices, training, and resources for schools regarding cybersecurity and student privacy protection.
Establishment of a voluntary registry for reporting cyber incidents (like ransomware attacks) affecting schools to better track threats and develop effective defense strategies, while protecting privacy.
Implementation of a Cybersecurity Technology Improvement Program to deploy tools, services, and training specifically tailored to protect school IT systems from cyber threats.
Authorization of $10 million for each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024 to carry out the purposes of the Act.
Status:
Expired
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