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On the recordApril 23, 2015
Thank you, Congressman Richmond, for reminding us that the big businesses that get attacked by hacks make the big headlines, but we can't forget about small businesses and medium-sized businesses who day in and day out are vulnerable to the same kind of cybersecurity threats. So, with that, I reserve the balance of my time, Mr. Chairman. Mr. McCAUL. Mr. Chairman, I ask unanimous consent to claim the time in opposition, though I am not opposed to the amendment. The CHAIR. Is there objection to the request of the gentleman from Texas? There was no objection. The CHAIR. The gentleman is recognized for 5 minutes. Mr. McCAUL. Mr. Chairman, I support the gentleman's amendment. The gentleman is correct. Small- and medium-sized businesses are the lifeblood of our economy, yet they often cannot dedicate the resources to address cybersecurity issues. Making self-assessment tools available to these businesses will allow them to determine their levels of cyber risk and manage the risk through appropriate prevention. I urge my colleagues to support this amendment, Mr. Chairman, and I yield back the balance of my time.
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Joaquin Castro
Democratic · Texas

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