Senate Democrats and Republicans have reached an agreement on the Large Infrastructure Bill
- On July 28, 2021, the Senate GOP has reached an agreement with Democrats over the many issues surrounding the $1 trillion infrastructure package
- This bipartisan package includes government spending of $600 billion which will go to highways, bridges, transit, waterways other public works projects, and broadband
Biden Administration to better cybersecurity defenses for infrastructure improvements
- For critical infrastructure, the Biden Administration is trying to improve their cybersecurity defenses
- In an order from President Joe Biden, he addresses the vulnerabilities of critical industries to cyberattacks
- The actions outlined in the order are also meant to continue partnerships among private companies to greater improve cybersecurity