LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2025

Senate Bill

S. 2201

119th Congress

LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2025

In Committee

Introduced:Jun 27, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Edward J. Markey

Senator

Democratic

MA

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Science, Technology, Communications

Summary

The American Cybersecurity Literacy Act requires the Department of Commerce to develop and conduct a national campaign to educate the public on best practices to reduce cybersecurity risks and protect themselves online.

Latest Action

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 291.

SponsorEdward J. Markey (D-MA)

Introduced6/27/2025

StatusRead twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

ChamberSenate

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LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2025

The American Cybersecurity Literacy Act requires the Department of Commerce to develop and conduct a national campaign to educate the public on best practices to reduce cybersecurity risks and protect themselves online.

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The American Cybersecurity Literacy Act requires the Department of Commerce to develop and conduct a national campaign to educate the public on best practices to reduce cybersecurity risks and protect themselves online.

Bill Number: 2201
Sponsor: Edward J. Markey (D-MA)
Introduced: 6/27/2025
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Policy Area: Science, Technology, Communications

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Fact Sheet

Title: LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2025
Bill Number: 2201
Sponsor: Edward J. Markey (D-MA)
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced: 6/27/2025
Summary: The American Cybersecurity Literacy Act requires the Department of Commerce to develop and conduct a national campaign to educate the public on best practices to reduce cybersecurity risks and protect themselves online.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

The American Cybersecurity Literacy Act requires the Department of Commerce to develop and conduct a national campaign to educate the public on best practices to reduce cybersecurity risks and protect themselves online.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

American Cybersecurity Literacy Act This bill requires the Department of Commerce to develop and conduct a cybersecurity literacy campaign to increase knowledge and awareness of best practices to reduce cybersecurity risks.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Establishes a cybersecurity literacy program within the Department of Commerce to increase public knowledge of online safety and security.
The campaign will focus on teaching people how to recognize and avoid common cyber threats like phishing, malware, and identity theft.
Aims to empower all Americans, including seniors and low-income communities, to use technology more securely in their daily lives.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If enacted, this bill would benefit all Americans by providing them with the knowledge and tools to better protect themselves from cybercrime. It would especially help vulnerable populations like the elderly and low-income families who may have less experience with technology. By promoting basic cybersecurity literacy, the bill could reduce the number of people falling victim to online scams and data breaches.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Science, Technology, Communications

Related Subjects

Computer security and identity theft

Computers and information technology

Government information and archives

Internet, web applications, social media

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

2201, 119th Congress (2025). "LGBTQ+ Panic Defense Prohibition Act of 2025". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-s-2201

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