Critical Infrastructure Protection
Creates Commission and Task Force to Protect Critical National Infrastructure
What it does
Federal departments and agencies must cooperate with the new Commission and interim Task Force by providing assistance, information, and staff to assess and protect critical infrastructure.
Real-world impact
- Private infrastructure owners will be consulted and may face recommended legal changes.
- Federal agencies must share threat information and provide staff to the Task Force.
- A task force led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation will issue warnings and provide training.
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Summary
This order creates a President's Commission and an interim task force, chaired by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, to study and improve protection of the nation's critical infrastructures. The Commission will assess physical and cyber vulnerabilities, consult with private owners and government departments, and recommend national policy and any needed legal changes.
Federal departments and agencies must cooperate, provide staff, and share threat information as allowed by law. The goal is to reduce attacks and keep essential services—like utilities, banking, transportation, and emergency services—working.
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