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“UKRAINE CYBERSECURITY COOPERATION ACT OF 2017” mentioning the U.S. Dept of State was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E140 on Feb. 6, 2018.
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UKRAINE CYBERSECURITY COOPERATION ACT OF 2017
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speech of
HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE
of texas
in the house of representatives
Monday, February 5, 2018
Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 1997, the ``Ukraine Cybersecurity Cooperation Act,'' legislation that will lead to greater cooperation between the United States and Ukraine on matters of cybersecurity and require State Department reporting to Congress on best practices to protect against future cyber-attacks.
In recent years, Ukraine has been the target of an increasing number of cyber-attacks that have infiltrated state institutions and critical infrastructure to the effect of undermining its democracy.
It is past time we step up to work with our ally Ukraine in furtherance of our mutual interest in cyber security, the modern battlefield.
Ukraine is a frontline for nation state-directed cyber-attacks, which are potential harbingers of attacks on the United States.
Helping Ukraine strengthen its cyber defenses will not only protect Ukraine from future attacks, but it will also help the United States develop new and more effective technologies and strategies.
As a former member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, I am pleased to stand in support of the effort to advance the strategic interests of both the United States and Ukraine on a bipartisan basis.
Cybersecurity is a complex and serious national and economic security issue for any nation.
For years, Ukraine has been under siege from nation-state cyber-
attacks that have sought to weaken its government and undermine hopes for an open and democratic society.
The United States must play an important role in this fight.
By not adequately responding and adapting to these cyber-threats in Eastern Europe, our nation is both letting down an ally as well as failing to take proactive steps to protect itself.
Standing strong with our trusted allies in the cause of freedom is liberty's best defense.
I am proud lo work with my colleague, Congressman Boyle, in encouraging cooperation between the United States and Ukraine on this front, and look forward to continuing to work with members of the Foreign Affairs Committee to keep our focus on this 21st century battle.
I urge all Members to support H.R. 1997, the ``Ukraine Cybersecurity Cooperation Act.''
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