Wilson Applauds Passage of Intelligence Reauthorization Act
June 16, 2015
Wilson’s “Cyberattack Standards Study Act” Included as Amendment
COLUMBIA, SC – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after the House passed H.R. 2596, the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016. Congressman Wilson’s Cyberattack Standards Study Actwas included in this bill as an amendment.
“I am grateful the Cyberattack Standards Study Act was included in the passage of this year’s Intelligence Authorization Act. We need a clear, unified system of measurement for cyberattacks across all government agencies and military branches. By putting everyone on the same page, we can have an effective and rapid response to cyberattacks. Cyber is a new domain of warfare and a critical part of our national defense and intelligence gathering process.
“This year’s Intelligence Authorization Act strengthens our nation’s defense and sustains critical capabilities to fight terrorism, counter the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and support our troops at home and abroad. As Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities, I am especially pleased that this bill helps address the growing threats posed by cyberattacks and our enemies’ use of advanced technologies. I will continue working to advance legislation that bolsters national security and ensures the safety of American families,” Wilson said.
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