To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security, acting through the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, to establish a Critical Infrastructure AI Cyber Defense Pilot Program, and for other purposes.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (21 Sep 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
What this bill does
This bill proposes the creation of a pilot program focused on using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the cybersecurity of critical infrastructure. If enacted, the Secretary of Homeland Security, through the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), would establish this program within 120 days. Owners and operators of critical infrastructure could apply to participate, receiving AI tools and technical assistance from the Secretary to help protect, detect, test for, and fix cybersecurity weaknesses. The program would prioritize non-profit, publicly owned, rural, and small-sized entities.
The program would run for five years from enactment, with authorization for $100 million in appropriations for fiscal years 2027 through 2031. Up to 5 percent of these funds could be used for administrative costs related to procuring AI and providing technical assistance. The Secretary would be required to submit monthly reports to Congress and the Comptroller General detailing grant awards, amounts, and recipients.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 21, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Homeland Security. Its current status is "Introduced."
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Timeline
21 Sep 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10519 do?
- This bill proposes the creation of a pilot program focused on using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the cybersecurity of critical infrastructure. If enacted, the Secretary of Homeland Security, through the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), would establish this program within 120 days. Owners and operators of critical infrastructure could apply to participate, receiving AI tools and technical assistance from the Secretary to help protect, detect, test for, and fix cybersecurity weaknesses. The program would prioritize non-profit, publicly owned, rural, and small-sized entities. The program would run for five years from enactment, with authorization for $100 million in appropriations for fiscal years 2027 through 2031. Up to 5 percent of these funds could be used for administrative costs related to procuring AI and providing technical assistance. The Secretary would be required to submit monthly reports to Congress and the Comptroller General detailing grant awards, amounts, and recipients. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 21, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Homeland Security. Its current status is "Introduced."
- Has H.R. 10519 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10519. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10519?
- H.R. 10519 was sponsored by Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5] (D-NJ), with 4 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10519?
- Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security. (21 Sep 2026).
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