NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act

# NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act (HR 1766) - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill creates a new Office of Policy Development and Cybersecurity within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), a federal agency under the Department of Commerce. The office would be responsible for developing policies related to internet and communications technologies, with a focus on three main areas: promoting innovation and competition in tech markets, improving cybersecurity and resilience against cyberattacks while still encouraging innovation, and helping bring new communications technologies to market. An existing position within NTIA would be redesignated to lead this new office. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects how the federal government approaches technology policy and cybersecurity coordination.

It could indirectly impact technology companies, internet service providers, and consumers by influencing government policies on innovation, competition, and data security in the communications sector. **Current Status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives. It would need to pass the Senate and receive the President's signature to become law.