Proposed Changes to the Federal Cyber Scholarship for Service Program
January 16, 2025
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Where This Stands
Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
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View official text →The Frame
The bill impacts the availability and requirements of federal scholarships for students pursuing cybersecurity degrees, which directly affects the pipeline of workers entering federal government cybersecurity roles.
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Cybersecurity students
Students eligible for or participating in the scholarship program may see changes to eligibility criteria or program requirements.
Federal agencies
Federal agencies that hire graduates from this program may experience changes in the recruitment and training standards for new cybersecurity staff.
Current stage: in_committee.
Floor Vote.
Summary
Key Facts
- The bill amends the Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2014.
- The primary focus is making improvements to the Federal Cyber Scholarship for Service Program.
- The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology for review.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Federal Cyber Scholarship for Service Program?
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Why It Matters
The bill impacts the availability and requirements of federal scholarships for students pursuing cybersecurity degrees, which directly affects the pipeline of workers entering federal government cybersecurity roles.
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Discoveries
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Focus on Cybersecurity Workforce
The bill indicates a continued legislative focus on strengthening the federal cybersecurity workforce through academic incentives.
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Analysis Score
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- Controversy10Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
- Entertainment5Compellingness for a non-policy-wonk reader
- Buzz15Current news / social attention level
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