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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10332
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is seeking comments on a new information collection request related to a training survey under the Interoperable Communications and Technical Assistance Program (ICTAP). This survey aims to gather anonymous feedback from participants of three specific emergency communication courses: Communications Unit Leader (COML), Communications Unit Technician (COMT), and Information Technology Service Unit Leader (ITSL). The feedback will help improve these courses. The survey is estimated to take about 10 minutes to complete, and comments are welcome until April 20, 2021. CISA has calculated the total cost burden of this information collection to be approximately $1,877.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants ideas on how to make certain firefighter communicator classes better by asking people who took the classes to fill out a short survey. They're also figuring out how much it costs to do this, and they want people to share their thoughts about it before a certain date.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 1528
    Reading Time:about 48 minutes

    CISA has published finalized security requirements for restricted transactions in line with Executive Order 14117, aimed at preventing countries of concern from accessing sensitive U.S. personal and government-related data. These requirements are designed to protect the national security by setting standards for how organizations handle data in certain transactions deemed at risk by the DOJ. Public feedback was considered in finalizing these requirements, leading to clarifications and adjustments to ensure they are effective yet not overly burdensome to implement. The document details both organizational/system-level and data-level security measures that organizations must adhere to.

    Simple Explanation

    CISA made rules to keep countries we don't trust from getting our important data, like our personal and government secrets, so they asked people for ideas and made changes to make the rules better and not too hard to follow.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 5933
    Reading Time:about 13 minutes

    The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is seeking public feedback on a new information collection request related to cybersecurity incident reporting. They plan to update their current incident reporting form to gather more useful data for preventing and responding to cyber threats. CISA has decided to revise some questions based on previous feedback to reduce the burden on those completing the forms, and they are focusing on improvements related to preparedness for handling incidents and the sharing of specific data. The updated process aims to help CISA enhance its analysis and response to cybersecurity threats. Comments from the public are welcomed until February 18, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    CISA wants to make a form better for people to tell them about computer problems. They are asking people to help them by giving feedback on how to make the form easier to use.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 107154
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is proposing a new program to collect information for its ChemLock program, which aims to help facilities with dangerous chemicals. This program will provide services like consultations, assessments, and training to improve security measures. CISA has issued a 60-day notice asking for public comments by March 3, 2025, regarding this information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Public feedback will help ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the proposed ChemLock services.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants people's thoughts on a plan to help places that have dangerous chemicals by giving them tips and training to keep everyone safe. They're asking for ideas on how this plan should work and get money, but they're not explaining how things will be paid for or how they'll keep secrets safe.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 5933
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has announced that the President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee (NSTAC) will meet on February 26, 2025, via teleconference. This meeting will cover discussions on the committee's current activities, cybersecurity initiatives, and will feature talks from administration and CISA leaders. Public participation is allowed, but individuals must register by February 24, 2025. Interested parties can submit comments by February 19, 2025, and access meeting materials at the provided online link.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is having a special phone meeting on February 26, 2025, to talk about keeping our internet and gadgets safe. People can listen to the call, but need to sign up by February 24, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 101614
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has issued a draft update of the National Cyber Incident Response Plan (NCIRP) and is seeking public feedback. CISA encourages cybersecurity and incident response experts from the public and private sectors to review and comment on the draft by January 15, 2025. This update aims to improve coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, as well as the private sector, to better handle significant cyber incidents. The draft is available for review online at CISA's website and the federal regulations portal.

    Simple Explanation

    CISA, a government agency, is asking everyone who knows about computers and internet safety to help make a plan better by telling them what could be improved. They want this help before January 15, 2025, but it's like trying to finish homework really fast!

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9529
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Department of Homeland Security is announcing a public meeting for the President's National Infrastructure Advisory Council (NIAC) scheduled for March 4, 2021. This meeting, conducted via conference call, will provide updates on issues like supply chain management and workforce talent. To participate or comment, individuals must register by email before specified deadlines. The public will have a chance to comment during a designated period, but participation in deliberations is exclusive to council members.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is having a public phone meeting to talk about how to keep important things like supply chains and workers safe and ready. People can listen and share thoughts if they register by email, but only the council members can talk during the meeting.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 6357
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    CISA is announcing a public meeting of the President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee (NSTAC) on February 10, 2021. The meeting will happen via conference call and will include updates on communications resiliency and discussions on national security and emergency preparedness priorities. Members of the public can register to attend or comment by February 3, 2021. The NSTAC advises the President on telecommunications and cybersecurity related to national security.

    Simple Explanation

    CISA is telling people they can join an important phone meeting on February 10, 2021, to talk about ways to keep phones and the internet safe during emergencies. People need to sign up by February 3 if they want to listen or share their thoughts.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9949
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is seeking public comments on its plan to extend the collection of information through the Visitor Request Form for another three years. This form collects data about visitors to CISA facilities to assess risks and ensure security. The deadline for submitting comments is April 19, 2021. The agency is interested in feedback on the necessity and practicality of this information collection, as well as suggestions to minimize the burden on respondents.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to keep track of people visiting a special security office to make sure everything is safe. They are asking for ideas on how to make this process easier and want to hear from people before April 19, 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 326
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has announced an extension for public comments on a draft update of the National Cyber Incident Response Plan (NCIRP). Initially published on December 16, 2024, this draft seeks feedback to improve its guidelines to handle significant cyber incidents, drawing from lessons learned and stakeholder input. The original comment deadline of January 15, 2025, has been extended to February 14, 2025, to accommodate requests for more time due to the holiday season. The public is encouraged to submit comments via the Federal Regulations website.

    Simple Explanation

    CISA, part of the government, is asking people to help them make a plan better for dealing with big computer problems. They gave everyone more time, until February 14, 2025, to say what they think should be changed in the plan.