Cyber Security Act Sunsets Under Shadow of Government Shutdown

Even in the face of heightened cyber threats, Sen. Rand Paul’s objections could not be overcome before federal funding ran out

The law provided authorization as well as legal safeguards for companies to share data with the federal government and with other entities. (WNKY TV)

Last night the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act expired, 10 years after its passage, which mandated congressional reauthorization for its continuation no later than Sept. 30, 2025.

The moment has left many cybersecurity experts reeling.