House Committee OK's Cyber Security Enhancement Act (Gov Info security.com)
The Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2011 - legislation aimed to boost cybersecurity education, research and development - unanimously passed the House Science, Space and Technology Committee on Thursday (Congresswoman Johnson is the committee's Ranking Member). Debate by the full House could come after the August recess. If enacted, HR 2096 would require increased coordination and prioritization of federal cybersecurity R&D activities and the development and advancement of cybersecurity technical standards. The measure also would strengthen cybersecurity education and talent development and industry partnership initiatives.
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