Bill · H.R. 2154· House(119-HR-2154)
American Cybersecurity Literacy Act
- Introduced
- 3/14/2025
- Last activity
- 3/14/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Jay Obernolte
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The American Cybersecurity Literacy Act aims to establish a cybersecurity literacy campaign. The Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information will develop and conduct this campaign. The goal is to increase knowledge and awareness regarding best practices to reduce cybersecurity risks. The campaign will provide instruction on identifying threats like phishing and secure websites. It will also encourage the use of various cybersecurity tools and the management of connected devices. This initiative is intended to serve the national security and economic interests of the United States.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+7
The bill directly addresses national security by promoting cybersecurity literacy to prevent attacks.
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+5
The campaign provides tools and knowledge to protect consumers from digital threats and fraud.
Does this give people more control over their personal data?+4
Education on secure practices helps users better manage their digital privacy and security.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Knowledge of Cyberattack Prevention: The campaign will instruct people on how to prevent and mitigate risks, such as identifying phishing emails and secure websites (Section 3(a), Section 3(b)(1)(A)).
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Better Security Habits: The act encourages the use of helpful tools like multi-factor authentication, complex passwords, and anti-virus software (Section 3(b)(1)(C)).
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Device Safety Education: People will be educated on which devices can pose risks, including personal computers, smartphones, and smart home appliances (Section 3(b)(1)(D)).
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Improved Mobile App Management: The campaign encourages Americans to review application permissions and download apps only from trusted sources (Section 3(b)(1)(E)).
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Public Wi-Fi Safety: The program will identify risks associated with using publicly available Wi-Fi networks and how to limit those risks (Section 3(b)(1)(F)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+5Improves Economic Growth+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+7
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Privacy Rights+3Increases Federal Power+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves Data Privacy+4
- 12/16/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/21/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/14/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Greg LandsmanDemocrat · Ohio
Jennifer McClellanDemocrat · Virginia
Eugene VindmanDemocrat · Virginia