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H.R. 5138

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Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Expansion Act
About This Bill
Committee
Latest Action · September 21, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Technology Modernization.
Congress
117th (2021–2023)
Introduced
August 31, 2021
Cosponsors (1)
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Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Expansion Act This bill establishes an apprenticeship program and a pilot program on cybersecurity. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency may establish one or more apprenticeship programs that leads directly to employment in a cybersecurity work role with the agency; or a position with a company or other entity, as prescribed by this bill. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) shall establish a pilot program under which the VA shall provide cyber-specific training for members of the Armed Forces transitioning from service in the Armed Forces to civilian life and for veterans. The bill extends through FY2025 the submission of a report on an assessment that identifies information technology, cybersecurity, or other cyber-related work roles of critical need in the workforce of federal agencies.

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