New Bill Aims To Strengthen Cybersecurity For Federal Contractors

The House of Representatives passed the Federal Contractor Cybersecurity Vulnerability Reduction Act of 2025, mandating federal contractors implement vulnerability disclosure policies (VDPs) aligned with NIST guidelines. The bill aims to strengthen cybersecurity by requiring contractors to adopt security best practices and update federal acquisition policies. Industry experts support the legislation, emphasizing the importance of VDPs in safeguarding critical systems and aligning contractors with industry standards.