[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 133, 116th Congress, 1st Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
Proclamation 9937 of September 30, 2019

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, 2019

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we recognize that
protecting cyberspace is essential to our national security and economic
stability. We also underscore the responsibility individuals have

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to secure and safeguard their personal devices, technology, and networks
from cyber threats.
My Administration is taking decisive action to prevent our adversaries
from compromising our information and communications infrastructure.
Last year, I released the first comprehensive National Cyber Strategy in
more than 15 years. By identifying and implementing the priorities
related to our Nation's cybersecurity objectives, this strategy ensures
the Federal Government will be better equipped to protect the American
people, homeland, and way of life. Additionally, in November of 2018, I
signed into law the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
Act, establishing the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
(CISA) within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Since its
creation, CISA has worked with Federal, State, local, and private
partners to provide incident response services and assessment
capabilities for a more secure and resilient cyber infrastructure.
As technology advances, so do the tactics used by malicious cyber actors
to obtain personal information and threaten our networks. To maximize
our Nation's cybersecurity and mitigate risks, all levels of government
must strengthen their partnerships with the private sector to better
exchange information, build greater trust, and enhance the resilience of
our country's cyber infrastructure. In May of 2019, I issued an
Executive Order on America's Cybersecurity Workforce to provide more
access to cybersecurity skills training, identify the most-skilled
cybersecurity workers, and advance career opportunities in the public
and private sectors. This action also established the annual President's
Cup Cybersecurity Competition. The goal of this competition is to
identify and encourage outstanding cybersecurity talent within the
Federal workforce. My Administration is also placing a renewed focus on
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) curriculums
that embrace courses such as computer science, so that the next
generation will have the technical skills needed to defend our critical
infrastructure and fellow citizens.
All Americans have a responsibility to defend their sensitive data
stored on devices and in the cloud. DHS's ``Own IT. Secure IT. Protect
IT.'' campaign and the National Institute of Standards and Technology's
Cybersecurity Framework provide guidance for securing personal
information and devices. From browsing social media sites to managing
online banking accounts, practicing a few simple steps can make a
substantial difference in keeping you and your online data secure. To be
better protected at home, school, or work, DHS recommends individuals
limit the amount of personal information they share online, regularly
update devices and software, and utilize complex passwords and
authentication methods.
As we continue working to fortify our country's cybersecurity
infrastructure, it is imperative that all Americans use best practices
in online security. During National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, I
urge all citizens to spread awareness on ways they can mitigate risks,
safeguard personal and professional data, and contribute to the safety
and prosperity of our Nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2019 as
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. I call upon the peo

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ple, companies, and institutions of the United States to recognize the
importance of cybersecurity and to observe this month through events,
training, and education to further our country's national security and
resilience.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand nineteen, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
fourth.
DONALD J. TRUMP