Bills · S 2606
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2606Armed Forces and National Security
A bill to require the Commander of United States Cyber Command to complete development of a roadmap for industry collaboration on artificial intelligence-enabled cyber capabilities for cyberspace operations of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because cyber warfare is a growing threat, and artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the landscape of how these battles are fought. If this bill becomes law, it will force the Department of Defense to create a clear strategy for using cutting-edge AI from the private sector to defend our nation's computer networks and respond to cyber attacks. This is crucial for staying ahead of adversaries who are also investing heavily in AI for their cyber operations.
Without this bill, there might not be a clear, coordinated plan for integrating advanced AI into military cyber operations, potentially leaving the U.S. vulnerable to more sophisticated cyber threats. By requiring a roadmap and fostering collaboration with industry, the bill aims to ensure the U.S. military has access to the best available technology to protect national security in the digital realm. Voters should care because strong cybersecurity directly impacts economic stability, national defense, and the security of their personal information and critical services.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Commander of U.S. Cyber Command to develop a roadmap for industry collaboration on AI-enabled cyber capabilities by August 1, 2026.
This sets a clear deadline and responsibility for creating a strategic plan to leverage private sector AI for national cyber defense.
PROVISION 02
The roadmap must establish a framework for coordination between the private sector and the Department of Defense to integrate state-of-the-art AI into cyber operations.
This ensures a structured approach to bringing cutting-edge AI technology from industry into military use for both defensive and offensive cyber actions.
PROVISION 03
The roadmap must address specific elements such as managing partnerships, identifying collaborative development areas, detailing industry engagement strategies (including contracts and security clearances), and outlining infrastructure requirements and costs.
These detailed requirements ensure the roadmap is comprehensive and practical, covering the logistical, operational, and financial aspects of collaboration.
PROVISION 04
Mandates initial and annual briefings to Congress on the roadmap and the status of industry collaboration activities.
This ensures ongoing oversight and accountability from Congress on the progress and effectiveness of the initiative.
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2 EVENTSJUL 31
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JUL 31
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2606
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 31, 2025
Last actionJul 31, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 31, 2025
Senate BillS 2606Armed Forces and National Security
A bill to require the Commander of United States Cyber Command to complete development of a roadmap for industry collaboration on artificial intelligence-enabled cyber capabilities for cyberspace operations of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.
INTRODUCED JUL 31, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 31, 2025
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