Protecting America’s Cybersecurity Act

This legislation, titled the "Protecting America's Cybersecurity Act," aims to safeguard the workforce and resources of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). It requires the reinstatement, with backpay, of any individual involuntarily removed from a CISA position between January 25, 2025, and March 1, 2025, with exceptions for political appointees, misconduct, or poor performance. The bill also imposes significant limitations on future involuntary removals or transfers of CISA employees and prevents the impounding or reprogramming of CISA appropriations unless specifically authorized by an act of Congress. A key provision of the bill restricts the involvement of personnel from the Department of the United States DOGE Service, commonly known as the "Department of Government Efficiency" or "DOGE." Specifically, it prohibits the obligation or expenditure of federal funds for the salary or expenses of any DOGE employee or agency team member transferred to, detailed to, or otherwise working at CISA. These measures collectively seek to ensure the stability and operational integrity of CISA by protecting its workforce and preventing external interference from the DOGE agency.