FEDERALhearing transcript

High Impact

Hearing on 2019 Cyber Defense Strategy and Budget

Original title: [H.A.S.C. No. 115-97] HEARING ON NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2019 AND OVERSIGHT OF PREVIOUSLY AUTHORIZED PROGRAMS BEFORE THE COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ONE HUNDRED FIFTEENTH CONGRESS SECOND SESSION

January 1, 2019

cybersecurity national defense military budget U.S. Cyber Command national security infrastructure protection

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing informs the legislative process for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2019, which determines funding levels and operational authorities for U.S. military cyber defense and protection.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

U.S. Department of Defense

The department's budget, operational authorities, and strategic priorities for cyber defense are being reviewed for the 2019 fiscal year.

U.S. Cyber Command

The command's operational capabilities and strategic direction are the primary subjects of the oversight hearing.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2019.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The House Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities held a hearing to review the Department of Defense's cyber operations strategy, budget, and programs for fiscal year 2019. The session focused on assessing U.S. readiness against cyber threats from nations like China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea.

Key Facts

The hearing was held on April 11, 2018, to discuss the Fiscal Year 2019 budget and strategy for U.S. Cyber Command.
The subcommittee identified China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea as primary state actors increasing offensive cyber capabilities.
Chairwoman Stefanik expressed concern regarding the lack of a comprehensive government-wide strategy to deter cyber threats.
The hearing emphasized the need for improved interagency partnerships to protect critical infrastructure.
The session was the second of three cyber-related events held by the committee on that day.
The subcommittee reviewed the Department of Defense's role in responding to time-sensitive cyber emergencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this hearing?

To review the Department of Defense's budget, strategy, and programs for cyber operations for the 2019 fiscal year.

Which countries were identified as major cyber threats?

The hearing identified China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea as nations actively leveraging cyber capabilities for strategic gain.

What specific concerns did the subcommittee raise?

The subcommittee raised concerns about the lack of a unified government-wide strategy to deter cyber attacks and the need for better protection of .

Why It Matters

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Focus on Interagency Coordination

The subcommittee shifted focus from purely military cyber capabilities to the necessity of a whole-of-government approach for infrastructure protection.

Department of Defense U.S. Cyber Command

Connected Entities

organizationDepartment of Defense“Federal department overseeing the budget and strategy discussed”Map →

organizationU.S. Cyber Command“Primary military entity responsible for cyberspace operations”Map →

personElise M. Stefanik“Chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities”Map →

personMichael S. Rogers“Admiral, Commander of U.S. Cyber Command and Director of the NSA”Map →

personKenneth P. Rapuano“Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense and Global Security”Map →

organizationNational Security Agency“Intelligence agency involved in cyber operations”Map →

Sources

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www.govinfo.gov

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