A bill to authorize the President of the United States to issue cyber letters of marque and reprisal, and for other purposes.
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- Conservative Groups$383k
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- Senate Committee on Foreign RelationsReferred To · 2026-07-15
Plain-English Summary
This bill would allow the President to authorize private individuals and companies to conduct cyberattacks against foreign targets in response to cyberattacks against the United States, similar to historical "letters of marque" that allowed privateers to attack enemy ships. The measure would essentially create a legal framework for government-sanctioned hacking operations carried out by non-government actors, affecting cybersecurity companies, tech firms, and potentially exposing the U.S. to international legal disputes. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
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