S. 770 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Act
S. 770 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Mar 29, 2017, sponsored by Brian Schatz with 9 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 29, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 9
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Public law
- Public Law 115-236
What it does
NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Act (Sec. 2) This bill amends the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act to require the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to consider small businesses when it facilitates and supports the development of voluntary, consensus-based, industry-led guidelines and procedures to cost-effectively reduce cyber risks to critical infrastructure.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Brian Schatz (D-HI). Co-sponsors: 6 Democrats, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 29, 2017
- Passed the SenateSep 28, 2017
- Passed the HouseJul 25, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentAug 3, 2018
- Became lawAug 14, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-236. (Aug 14, 2018)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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