This bill creates a new office within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) called the Office of Policy Development and Cybersecurity. The office will be led by an Associate Administrator who reports to the Assistant Secretary and will focus on developing policies related to internet, communications, and cybersecurity issues.

The office will handle several important responsibilities. It will study how Americans use the internet, phones, and digital services, and develop policies that encourage innovation and competition while protecting consumers. The office will also work on cybersecurity and privacy policies by bringing together different stakeholders—like security experts, internet service providers, and software companies—to create guidance and best practices. Additionally, it will help identify and fix security vulnerabilities in communications networks and promote secure supply chains for technology.

The bill also aims to boost innovation and economic growth in the tech and communications industries. The office will identify obstacles that prevent new technologies from being developed and commercialized, share research and data with the public, and work with other government agencies, state governments, and small businesses to coordinate policies. Special attention will be given to the needs of rural communities and smaller communications companies. Essentially, this bill reorganizes existing NTIA positions to create a dedicated team focused on balancing cybersecurity protection with promoting innovation and fair competition in the communications industry.

NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act

Hickenlooper, John W.

NTIA Policy and Cybersecurity Coordination Act This bill establishes the Office of Policy Development and Cybersecurity within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to analyze and develop policies related to internet and communications technologies. Specific activities of the office include, for example, developing policies that promote (1) innovation, competition, and other elements of the communications, media, and technology markets; (2) security and resilience to cybersecurity incidents while fostering innovation; and (3) commercialization of communications technologies.