H.R. 2812 · 115th Congress

Enhance Partner Cyber Capabilities Act

Stage
In committee
Sponsor
J. Correa
Introduced
2017-06-07
Latest action
2017-07-17 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities.

Summary

Enhance Partner Cyber Capabilities Act

This bill directs the President to develop a strategy for the offensive use of cyber capabilities by federal agencies. The strategy shall include: (1) a description of enhancements needed to improve such capabilities of the United States and partner nations, including North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) members; and (2) a statement of principles for deployment of such capabilities.

The bill authorizes the Department of Defense to furnish technical assistance to NATO members in developing and enhancing their capabilities.