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Strengthening Cybersecurity for Patient Data and Medicare Numbers.

This law aims to protect citizens' sensitive medical data, including Medicare numbers, by requiring regular security testing of federal systems. It mandates that the government conduct penetration tests every two years to ensure the Department of Health and Human Services systems are secure against the latest cyber threats. The ultimate goal is preventing data breaches and maintaining patient safety.
Key points
Mandatory, regular security testing (penetration tests) of federal systems storing patient data and Medicare numbers.
The goal is to protect against the leakage of sensitive medical data and prevent threats to patient safety resulting from cyberattacks.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8415
Sponsor: Rep. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-45]
Process start date: 2024-05-15