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Introduced
08/01/2017
08/01/2017
In Committee
08/01/2017
08/01/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
115th Congress
Bill Summary
Internet of Things (IoT) Cybersecurity Improvement Act of 2017
AI Summary
This bill establishes cybersecurity standards for Internet-connected devices purchased by federal agencies. It requires contractors to certify that the devices do not have known security vulnerabilities, can accept secure updates, and do not use hard-coded credentials. The bill also provides guidelines for agencies to establish inventories of Internet-connected devices and creates public databases to track security support for those devices. Additionally, the bill limits liability for researchers who in good faith investigate the cybersecurity of Internet-connected devices provided to the government.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (on 08/01/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/senate-bill/1691/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/s1691/BILLS-115s1691is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/s1691/BILLS-115s1691is.pdf.pdf |
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