Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Evaluation Act of 2026
- Bill Number
- H.R. 8880
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Commerce
- Status
- Passed House
- Latest Action
- 2026-06-24: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-02T20:57:28Z
AI-Generated Summary
Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Evaluation Act of 2026
Purpose
This legislation directs the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study evaluating current Federal cybersecurity initiatives, programs, resources, tools, and services designed to help small business owners address cyber risks, threats, vulnerabilities, preparedness, response, recovery, and funding needs.
Key Provisions
- Requires the Comptroller General to perform a study covering:
- Identification of cyber risks, threats, and vulnerabilities for small businesses.
- Assessment of small business preparedness.
- Planning, mitigation, and recovery from cyberattacks, social engineering, scams, and fraud.
- Identification or obtaining of capital for these activities.
- Mandates the study include specific elements such as:
- Common cyberattacks affecting small businesses.
- Description of relevant Federal programs and services.
- Assessment of awareness and usage levels by small businesses, including reasons for differences.
- Evaluation of coordination among Federal efforts.
- Effectiveness of these initiatives.
- Gaps in foundational cybersecurity concepts.
- Recommendations for improvements in effectiveness, awareness, and coordination.
- Requires submission of a report with findings to the House Committee on Small Business and the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
- Includes a provision stating no funds are authorized to be appropriated for implementation.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This Act introduces no amendments to existing statutes. It creates a new, one-time evaluation requirement focused on Federal cybersecurity support for small businesses without altering current programs or authorities.
Potential Impacts
- Government agencies: Increases workload for the Comptroller General and may prompt reviews or adjustments by agencies offering cybersecurity assistance to small businesses.
- Citizens and small businesses: Could result in future enhancements to available resources, tools, and coordination, potentially improving protection against cyber threats.
- International relations: No direct effects identified.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Owners of small business concerns.
- Federal agencies and programs providing cybersecurity support.
- The Comptroller General of the United States.
- Congressional committees on small business matters.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
The legislation maintains fiscal restraint by prohibiting new appropriations. It raises no apparent constitutional issues and focuses solely on evaluation and reporting without creating new regulatory requirements or enforcement mechanisms.
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Sponsor
Rep. Simon, Lateefah [D-CA-12]
Cosponsors (1)
Rep. Bresnahan, Robert P. [R-PA-8]
Recent Actions
- 2026-06-24: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- 2026-06-23: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2026-06-23: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4146-4147)
- 2026-06-23: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
- 2026-06-23: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 8880.
- 2026-06-23: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4146-4148)
- 2026-06-23: Mr. Williams (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
- 2026-06-03: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 592.
- 2026-06-03: Reported by the Committee on Small Business. H. Rept. 119-679.
- 2026-06-03: Reported by the Committee on Small Business. H. Rept. 119-679.
- 2026-05-20: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 0.
- 2026-05-20: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- 2026-05-19: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
- 2026-05-19: Introduced in House
- 2026-05-19: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Evaluation Act of 2026 — issued 2026-06-23 — PDF (6 pages)
- Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Evaluation Act of 2026 — issued 2026-05-19 — PDF (4 pages)
- Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Evaluation Act of 2026 — issued 2026-06-24 — PDF (4 pages)
- Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Evaluation Act of 2026 — issued 2026-06-03 — PDF (6 pages)