Rosen, Cassidy Introduce Bipartisan PROTECT Act, Legislation to Support U.S. Cybersecurity Education and Workforce Development

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U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) announced their introduction of the PROTECT (Providing Resources for Ongoing Training and Education in Cyber Technologies) Act, bipartisan legislation that would authorize and provide stability to the Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity Education and Training Assistance Program (CETAP). CETAP is an existing initiative that provides cybersecurity career awareness, curricular resources, and professional development to elementary and secondary schools across the U.S., including direct, no-cost support to students and educators.

"The current cybersecurity workforce shortage poses a threat to our national security. To meet this challenge and prepare our nation for the economy of the future, we must invest in a robust cybersecurity workforce," said Senator Rosen. "This bipartisan legislation would codify and strengthen the CETAP program, providing education and career opportunities in cyber and helping to bolster the number of applicants in this critical field. I will continue working to support forward-thinking legislation that prepares our nation for the future and protects our national security."

"Cybersecurity is national security. Louisiana is on the forefront of providing these services," said Dr. Cassidy. "Our country must educate and train more professionals to meet the growing job demand so that the United States remains protected against cyber attacks."

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