Summary
H.R. 3039, the PROTECT US Act, would require the President to identify and list foreign countries that sponsor or direct cyberattacks against the United States. A country could be designated for this list if its cyber activities threaten U.S. national security, disrupt critical infrastructure like power grids or financial systems, or result in the theft of trade secrets and personal information.
For everyday citizens, this bill aims to increase digital security by allowing the U.S. government to retaliate against foreign threats through trade penalties, aid restrictions, and counter-cyberattacks. By establishing these consequences, the bill seeks to deter foreign entities from compromising the private data and essential services that Americans rely on daily.
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