Cybersecurity
Serving as the Chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation, our office is leading the charge to protect our nation’s digital infrastructure. Through our legislative efforts, including the Federal Cybersecurity Vulnerability Reduction Act, the Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act, and the ACCESS Act, we are committed to enhancing federal cybersecurity practices, eliminating barriers to talent, and ensuring robust defense against emerging cyber threats. Here, you can read more about our team’s legislative efforts to stronger cybersecurity.
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"The CCP has waged a sustained campaign of infiltration, influence, and economic warfare against the United States. Agencies like the Department of Education and Treasury continue to overlook this influence, allowing the CCP’s foothold to grow. As Chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation, we've worked to expose pressing threats like Volt Typhoon and other covert infiltration tactics, aimed at weakening the U.S. from within.
"For over a year, Iranian actors have targeted healthcare systems, government agencies, and energy sectors. This is cyber warfare, plain and simple. Iran’s government is fueling this digital assault. Our office introduced and passed H.R.5527 to modernize outdated government tech and defend our infrastructure against cyberattacks. We need this bill now more than ever.”
"The federal government has blown $409 billion on immigration enforcement, yet one-third of the cameras at our southern border don’t even work. This is outrageous. We need to get serious about oversight, cut the waste across our alphabet agencies, and ensure we’re investing in tech designed to keep Americans safe."
As Chairwoman of the Oversight Committee's subcommittee on Cyber
"Today, Volt Typhoon attacked American internet infrastructure exploiting several backdoors. Chinese hackers have burrowed their way into numerous U.S. telecommunications, water and energy companies. In May of this year, we held a hearing to investigate these threats. This latest attack shows China is already testing our defenses to prepare for future disruption. We need action, and we need it now."
(Washington, D.C., August 22, 2024) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace and Chairman James Comer announced the Committee on Oversight and Accountability has sent a formal request to Jerico Pictures, Inc., also known as National Public Data, regarding a significant cyberattack.
Washington, D.C. July 30th, 2024 — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace introduced the "Veterans Affairs Distributed Ledger Innovation Act of 2024." This legislation directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to study the power of distributed ledger technology, otherwise known as blockchain, to revolutionize how veterans receive their benefits and services.
WASHINGTON – Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Chairwoman Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) delivered opening remarks at a subcommittee hearing titled “Enhancing Cybersecurity by Eliminating Inconsistent Regulations.”In her opening statement, Subcommittee Chairwoman Mace highlighted how federal regulations intended to mitigate cybersecurity risk often subject key industry participants to overlapping and inconsistent requirements which creates an