H.R. 7625, the MTS CYBER Act of 2026, advanced out of committee on September 15, 2026.
H.R. 7625 — MTS CYBER Act of 2026
What it does
This bill directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to audit the Coast Guard's budget, staffing, and capabilities to determine whether it has adequate resources to manage cybersecurity risks in the marine transportation system—a responsibility it was given under recent executive orders and federal rules. The audit will assess funding for cybersecurity personnel, training, and enforcement, and will evaluate whether the Coast Guard can effectively oversee maritime industry compliance with new cyber regulations.
Quorum's transparency scan found no buried provisions in MTS CYBER Act of 2026.
What happens next
H.R. 7625 advanced out of committee. Next stop: a floor vote.
Who is behind it
Filed by Addison McDowell. Cosponsored by John Garamendi and Nicholas Begich.
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