NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act | ChamberLight
Bills · HR 1766
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1766Department of CommerceTelephone and wireless communication
NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act
INTRO MAR 3· LAST ACTION JUL 15
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters because it aims to strengthen the federal government's ability to create a clear and unified strategy for the internet and communications in the United States, especially regarding cybersecurity. In an increasingly digital world where cyberattacks threaten businesses, essential infrastructure, and personal information, having a dedicated office focused on these issues can lead to stronger defenses and better-coordinated responses.
If this bill becomes law, it centralizes expertise and advocacy within NTIA, potentially leading to faster policy development and implementation that addresses emerging technologies and threats. Without this bill, the work of developing and coordinating cybersecurity and internet policy might remain more scattered across different government bodies, potentially slowing down responses to new challenges or resulting in less comprehensive strategies. By creating this office, the bill signals a commitment to a more proactive and unified approach to securing America's digital future, which can impact everything from the reliability of your internet connection to the safety of your online transactions.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Establishes the Office of Policy Development and Cybersecurity within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA).
This creates a dedicated, specialized entity solely focused on developing and coordinating crucial internet and cybersecurity policies.
PROVISION 02
The new office will oversee and conduct national communications and information policy analysis and development for the internet and communications technologies.
This centralizes the strategic thinking and policy-making for the rapidly evolving digital landscape and its associated security challenges.
PROVISION 03
The office will develop, analyze, and advocate for market-based policies promoting innovation, competition, consumer access, digital inclusion, and economic growth in tech markets.
This ensures policies are designed to benefit consumers and businesses by fostering a dynamic and accessible digital economy.
PROVISION 04
The office will coordinate transparent, consensus-based processes for developing and implementing cybersecurity and privacy policies and promote collaboration between security researchers and communications providers.
This provision aims to build trust and strengthen defenses against cyber threats by involving all stakeholders and experts.
PROVISION 05
The bill renames the existing Associate Administrator for Policy Analysis and Development to Associate Administrator for Policy Development and Cybersecurity, with the current occupant continuing in the role.
This ensures a smooth transition and continuity of leadership for the newly expanded and redefined office.
This bill matters because it aims to strengthen the federal government's ability to create a clear and unified strategy for the internet and communications in the United States, especially regarding cybersecurity. In an increasingly digital world where cyberattacks threaten businesses, essential infrastructure, and personal information, having a dedicated office focused on these issues can lead to stronger defenses and better-coordinated responses.
If this bill becomes law, it centralizes expertise and advocacy within NTIA, potentially leading to faster policy development and implementation that addresses emerging technologies and threats. Without this bill, the work of developing and coordinating cybersecurity and internet policy might remain more scattered across different government bodies, potentially slowing down responses to new challenges or resulting in less comprehensive strategies. By creating this office, the bill signals a commitment to a more proactive and unified approach to securing America's digital future, which can impact everything from the reliability of your internet connection to the safety of your online transactions.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Establishes the Office of Policy Development and Cybersecurity within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA).
This creates a dedicated, specialized entity solely focused on developing and coordinating crucial internet and cybersecurity policies.
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The new office will oversee and conduct national communications and information policy analysis and development for the internet and communications technologies.
This centralizes the strategic thinking and policy-making for the rapidly evolving digital landscape and its associated security challenges.
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The office will develop, analyze, and advocate for market-based policies promoting innovation, competition, consumer access, digital inclusion, and economic growth in tech markets.
This ensures policies are designed to benefit consumers and businesses by fostering a dynamic and accessible digital economy.
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The office will coordinate transparent, consensus-based processes for developing and implementing cybersecurity and privacy policies and promote collaboration between security researchers and communications providers.
This provision aims to build trust and strengthen defenses against cyber threats by involving all stakeholders and experts.
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The bill renames the existing Associate Administrator for Policy Analysis and Development to Associate Administrator for Policy Development and Cybersecurity, with the current occupant continuing in the role.
This ensures a smooth transition and continuity of leadership for the newly expanded and redefined office.
The position of Associate Administrator for Policy Analysis and Development is redesignated, and the current individual serving in that role becomes the Associate Administrator for Policy Development and Cybersecurity.
GLOSSARY
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NTIA (National Telecommunications and Information Administration)
A U.S. government agency within the Department of Commerce that advises the President on telecommunications and information policy issues.
Associate Administrator
A high-level official within a government agency, typically overseeing a specific program or department.
Market-based policies
Government approaches that rely on free markets, competition, and private sector innovation to achieve policy goals rather than direct government intervention.
Digital Inclusion
Efforts to ensure that all individuals and communities, including those in underserved areas, have access to and the skills to use information and communication technologies.
Cybersecurity Incident
An event that compromises the privacy, accuracy, or availability of an information system or the information it processes, stores, or transmits.
Communications Network Supply Chains
The sequence of processes and components involved in producing and delivering communication services and devices, from raw materials to the end-user.
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ACTION TIMELINE
14 EVENTS
JUL 15, 25
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
INTROREFERRAL
JUL 14, 25
Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
FLOOR
JUL 14, 25
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3214-3215)
FLOOR
JUL 14, 25
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1766.
In this context, it refers to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which regulates interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable.
