Sarah Elfreth (D-MD)
Establishing Cyber Security Educational Programs at Academic Institutions Act
A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Establishing Cyber Security Educational Programs at Academic Institutions Act," requires the Secretary of Defense to create a program for developing cybersecurity education at academic institutions. The Secretary will collaborate with schools to establish curriculum standards, develop cybersecurity competencies, and promote community outreach. The program includes designating specific institutions that meet certain standards in areas like cyber defense, operations, and research. To ensure efficiency, the Secretary must consult with various federal agencies and private sector entities. Finally, the Secretary is required to track metrics and submit annual reports to Congress regarding the program's benefits and costs.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +5
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?
The bill mandates the development of cybersecurity education, standards, and research to strengthen national cyber capabilities.
- Scored +4
Would students be better off under this?
The bill creates structured educational paths and professional competencies for students interested in the cyber field.
- Scored +3
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The bill focuses on developing educational curricula and degree offerings to prepare students for cybersecurity careers.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Development of Cybersecurity Education: The Secretary of Defense will work with academic institutions to establish curriculum standards and develop competencies, which could help students prepare for careers in the field (Section 2(a)).
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Community Outreach: The program includes promoting community outreach regarding participation in educational programs, which may increase awareness and participation opportunities (Section 2(a)).
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Workforce Preparation: The bill aims to prepare future cyber professionals of all knowledge and skill levels through curriculum and degree offerings (Section 2(c)(2)(B)(iii)).
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Addressing Diverse Needs: The program seeks solutions to address Federal, State, local, territorial, and Tribal-level needs (Section 2(c)(2)(B)(v)).
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Collaboration and Resource Sharing: The bill encourages increasing collaboration within the cyber education community to support the development and sharing of educational materials and curriculum (Section 2(c)(2)(C)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No New Funding Authorized: The bill explicitly states that it does not authorize the appropriation of additional amounts for the program established (Section 2(e)(2)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would students be better off under this? — The bill creates structured educational paths and professional competencies for students interested in the cyber field. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The bill focuses on developing educational curricula and degree offerings to prepare students for cybersecurity careers.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — The bill mandates the development of cybersecurity education, standards, and research to strengthen national cyber capabilities.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill establishes a program to develop a national cyber workforce through academic institutions.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill establishes a program to designate academic institutions for the purpose of cybersecurity research.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill aims to prepare future cyber professionals of all knowledge and skill levels for the workforce.
- 12/11/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Morgan LuttrellRepublican · Texas