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Food Security: Protecting Agriculture and Supply Chains from Cyber Threats.

This Act aims to strengthen the protection of the entire food supply chain—from farm to retailer—against cyberattacks. The government will regularly assess threats to agricultural and processing systems to ensure the continuous availability and safety of food for citizens. Annual simulation exercises will also be conducted to test the nation's readiness for a major food crisis caused by a digital disruption.
Key points
The US government must conduct a mandatory biennial assessment of cyber threats to agriculture and food infrastructure.
Introduction of annual crisis exercises simulating food supply disruptions to improve the response of authorities and private companies.
The goal is to safeguard food security, public health, and economic stability against digital attacks.
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Additional Information
Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act of 2024
Print number: S 3661
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2024-01-25