To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit the use of interstate communications networks to distribute computer viruses, and for other purposes.
Computer Network Protection Act of 1989 - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to impose fines and prison terms upon persons who, without authorization, knowingly: (1) access or damage any computer data or impair or damage the operations of any interstate computer network; and (2) cause losses of more than $10,000 in a one-year period.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Finance.
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