Yoho Cyber Bill Creates Unified Framework to Combat State-Sponsored Cyber Threats

Statement

Today, Congressman Ted S. Yoho (R-FL) introduced the bipartisan, bicameral, Cyber Deterrence and Response Act of 2019. This bill will create a three-step process for identifying, deterring and responding to malicious, state-sponsored cyberattacks. The bill has the support of multiple members of Congress, including House Foreign Affairs Committee Lead Republican Michael McCaul (R-TX), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, and Nonproliferation, Brad Sherman (D-CA) and Co-Chair of the House Cyber Caucus Jim Langevin (D-RI).

Congressman Yoho gave the following statement:

"For years, top U.S. Government officials have warned of the persistent and growing threat to our national security from foreign adversaries in cyberspace. Today we are taking steps to address these threats, strengthen our national security, and combat the state-sponsored cyber threats we face.

"Lurking in the shadows, lone wolves and state-sponsored hackers can disrupt America's networks, endanger our critical infrastructure, harm our economy, and undermine our elections. It is no secret that State-sponsored cyberattacks from China, North Korea, Iran, and Russia are increasing. It is paramount that we take the necessary steps to prevent these potentially devastating attacks.

"Cyber threats affect every American and only together can we defeat this menace. I want to thank my colleagues in the House and Senate for their support of this bill. Especially Lead Republican McCaul, Chairman Sherman, Congressman Langevin, and Senators Gardner and Coons for putting country above politics to strengthen our national security."

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