The U.S. House of Representatives today overwhelmingly approved a bill that offers $880 million in funding to government agencies for researching ways to improve U.S. computer and network security. ... "Security has to mean more than locking doors and installing metal detectors," said Rep. Brian Baird, D-Wash., speaking in support of the bill, which contains language he sponsored. "The virtual systems that are vital to our nation's economy must be protected." ...

House Passes Computer Security Bill | WashPost