Digital Economy Cybersecurity Advisory Act of 2025
Digital Economy Cybersecurity Advisory Act of 2025
Plain Language Summary
# Digital Economy Cybersecurity Advisory Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would create a new advisory board focused on cybersecurity within the federal government's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). The board would bring together cybersecurity experts from various industries to advise the government on how to protect computer networks and information systems while supporting economic growth and innovation. The board would recommend best practices, develop policies to prevent cyber attacks, and identify ways to remove obstacles to secure technology development. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects technology companies, cybersecurity professionals, and federal agencies involved in managing internet security.
Indirectly, it could impact all businesses and consumers who rely on secure digital infrastructure. Board members would be drawn from various sectors and must include cybersecurity leaders, ensuring diverse perspectives are represented. **Current Status:** The bill (HR 1495) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative August Pfluger (R-Texas) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.
CRS Official Summary
Digital Economy Cybersecurity Advisory Act of 2025This bill establishes a Digital Economy and Cybersecurity Board of Advisors within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). The board must provide the NTIA with recommendations for (1) technical cybersecurity best practices to drive economic growth while securing information and communications networks; (2) policies to support the development and implementation of cybersecurity practices with respect to the internet and information and communications networks; (3) policies that promote security and resilience to cybersecurity incidents; and (4) policies to remove barriers to trust, security, innovation, and commercialization; among other topics. The board must be composed of between 5 and 25 members, each of whom must have appropriate cybersecurity expertise. The NTIA must ensure board members provide balanced representation among specified sectors and positions, including chief cybersecurity officers, individuals who operate or maintain communications networks, software and equipment vendors, and individuals who operate or maintain internet applications. Board members must serve without compensation. The board must terminate four years after the bill’s enactment.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.