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Friday, March 29, 2024

Webster Small Business Cybersecurity Act passes in House  

Congressman Daniel Webster on Wednesday led the U.S. House of Representatives to pass his bill H.R. 2105, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Small Business Cybersecurity Act by unanimous voice vote.

The bill will help small businesses better address their cybersecurity risks to help them survive – and thrive – in the face of such adversity.

“Small businesses are especially vulnerable, with some reports noting that 43 percent of cyber-attacks specifically target them,” said Webster. “These small businesses are more susceptible to attacks due to the limited access to the tools they need to prepare for such an event.”

The bill directs the NIST Director to disseminate clear and concise resources, which are defined as guidelines, tools, best practices, standards, methodologies, and other ways of providing information.

Implementation of the NIST Framework into these small businesses will protect business owners, their employees, and their customer base, all while contributing positively to the economy. 

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