Commission on Enhancing National Cybersecurity

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The President’s Commission on Enhancing National Cybersecurity was created on April 13, 2016 to help protect cyberspace and America’s economy. It released its final report in December 2016, calling for stronger cooperation among the military, government, and private sector to improve cybersecurity. Chairman Donilon said the report covers a broad and unusually wide range of issues.

The report outlines 16 major recommendations and 53 specific actions, organized into six broad areas. It emphasizes that strong authentication is essential for everyone—government, businesses, and individuals—and calls for remote identity proofing and better security for the Internet of Things (IoT). It also notes that there are not enough cybersecurity experts and urges nationwide training programs and stronger skills in the current workforce. The Commission highlights partnerships between government and the private sector as crucial for building a secure digital economy.

Some critics said the commission didn’t fully understand cybersecurity realities or the costs of the proposed actions, while others found the report constructive. The initial members of the Commission were named. Incoming President Trump indicated he wanted a full review of U.S. cyber protection policy.