Cyber Deterrence and Response Act of 2025

# Cyber Deterrence and Response Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Cyber Deterrence and Response Act of 2025 is designed to strengthen the U.S. government's ability to prevent, detect, and respond to cyberattacks from foreign adversaries. While the bill's specific details aren't yet publicly detailed, its title suggests it would establish policies and potentially new authorities to deter hostile cyber activities and coordinate federal responses when cyberattacks occur. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily affect federal government agencies responsible for cybersecurity and national defense, including the Department of Defense, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and intelligence agencies.

It could also indirectly impact private businesses and critical infrastructure operators, as government cybersecurity policies often influence private sector security standards. **Current Status:** HR 6309 is currently in committee review (as of the 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative August Pfluger, a Republican from Texas.