Presidential Proclamation: National Cybersecurity Month 2024

Original title: National Cybersecurity Month, 2024

Record date · September 30, 2024

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What This Bill Does

President Biden has proclaimed October 2024 as National Cybersecurity Month, highlighting federal efforts to secure digital infrastructure and expand the cybersecurity workforce. The proclamation encourages citizens, businesses, and institutions to adopt stronger security practices and participate in initiatives aimed at protecting .

Why it matters

This document outlines the current federal priorities for digital safety and provides actionable security recommendations for individual citizens and businesses.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

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Technology companies

The administration identifies these entities as bearing primary responsibility for creating a safe digital future.

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Federal Government

Agencies are tasked with implementing 100 actions under the National Cybersecurity Strategy and transitioning to skills-based hiring for cyber roles.

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American workers

Individuals are encouraged to pursue cyber-based careers through new training, scholarship, and apprenticeship opportunities.

Key Facts

October 2024 is officially designated as National Cybersecurity Month.
The administration's National Cybersecurity Strategy includes 100 specific actions for government and private sector partners.
The 'U.S. Cyber Trust Mark' program was launched to help consumers identify safer smart devices.
Federal hiring for cybersecurity roles is shifting toward a skills-based model, removing some degree requirements.

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