S. 3460, The State Cyber Security Protection Act of 2008

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S. 3460 would establish a pilot program to demonstrate best practices, innovation, and knowledge transfer regarding cyber security within State governments.

Detailed Summary

State Cyber Security Protection Act of 2008 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) a State Cyber Security Pilot Program to demonstrate best practices, innovation, and knowledge transfer regarding cyber security within state governments.

Directs the Secretary of DHS: (1) through the Assistant Secretary for Cyber Security and Communications, to be responsible for administering the Pilot Program; and (2) to ensure the maintenance of geographic and population diversity among selected Pilot Program participants.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 9/10/2008: Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

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