A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to designate the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy as principal staff assistant to the Secretary of Defense on matters within the responsibility of the Assistant Secretary, and for other purposes.
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Overview
This bill changes the way the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy interacts with the Secretary of Defense. Specifically, it designates the Assistant Secretary as the Secretary’s principal staff assistant for matters related to their role. This change grants the Assistant Secretary direct reporting lines and the ability to communicate directly with the Secretary without needing approval from other officials within the Department of Defense.
Key provisions
- Designates the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy as the Secretary of Defense’s principal staff assistant.
- Establishes direct reporting of the Assistant Secretary to the Secretary of Defense.
- Allows the Assistant Secretary to communicate directly with the Secretary on relevant matters.
- Modifies Section 138(b)(8) of Title 10, United States Code, to include these provisions.
Who is affected
- Department of Defense
- Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy
- Secretary of Defense
Notable changes
- Creates a direct reporting relationship between the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy and the Secretary of Defense.
- Eliminates the need for other Department of Defense officials to approve communications from the Assistant Secretary to the Secretary.
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