Framing Analysis
Democratic Sens. Adam Schiff and Amy Klobuchar introduced the Water Cyber Shield Act, which would add $300 million annually to drinking water and clean water state revolving funds for cybersecurity upgrades. The bill follows reports of suspected Iranian-linked cyberattacks on U.S. water systems. Analyses from progressive, conservative, libertarian, and critical viewpoints differ on the legislation's approach, effectiveness, and underlying assumptions.