NTIA to create new office focused on cybersecurity policy
Passed one chamberH.R. 1766Latest action
Sponsor: Jay Obernolte · Representative · CA
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Official title: NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act
119th Congress
Topics: AI & technology
Introduced:
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HR 1766 reorganizes an NTIA office into a new cybersecurity-focused unit without changing rules for the public.
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What does this do?
The bill renames NTIA's existing Office of Policy Analysis and Development as the Office of Policy Development and Cybersecurity, expanding its duties to include cybersecurity and privacy coordination alongside its existing internet and communications policy work. The office would also focus on tech access needs of small businesses and rural communities.
Who does it affect?
NTIA staff and leadership, other federal agencies coordinating on cybersecurity, and telecom or internet companies that work with the government on policy are directly affected. Everyday internet and phone users could see indirect, long-term effects if the office's work shapes future standards.
Why does it matter?
This is an internal government reorganization and does not create new laws or regulations for the public or businesses. Any effects on consumers would depend on future policy or standards developed by the office.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 3, 2025
- House committee
- House vote
- SenateYou are here · Jul 15, 2025
- The president's desk
Right now: it passed the House, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.