This bill creates a coordinated federal effort to protect commercial satellites from cyberattacks. Right now, there's no clear picture of what the government is doing to help private satellite companies defend themselves against hackers and other cyber threats. This bill fixes that by requiring a comprehensive study of current federal efforts and establishing a public resource center where satellite companies can find cybersecurity guidance.

The bill creates two main things: First, it requires the Government Accountability Office to study what federal agencies are currently doing to support satellite cybersecurity and report back to Congress within two years. This study will look at whether federal efforts are actually working, how much satellites are relied upon by critical infrastructure like power grids and hospitals, and whether the government itself is vulnerable because it uses commercial satellites. Second, the Department of Commerce must set up a public online clearinghouse within 180 days that provides cybersecurity recommendations and resources specifically designed for companies that build and operate satellites. This clearinghouse will include special materials to help small businesses protect their satellite systems. The bill also requires the federal government to develop a coordinated strategy within 120 days that outlines which agencies are responsible for what aspects of satellite cybersecurity.