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Strengthening Cybersecurity in the Public Health Sector

This act aims to enhance the security of medical data and IT systems in healthcare facilities. This means citizens can expect better protection of their sensitive health information and more stable medical services, even in the face of cyberattacks. The changes are designed to prevent service disruptions and data breaches.
Key points
Improved Medical Data Protection: The act introduces new coordination rules between government agencies to more effectively protect your health data from cyberattacks.
Training for Healthcare Facilities: Owners and operators of healthcare facilities will receive training on how to better secure their systems, reducing the risk of failures and data breaches.
Risk Management Plan: An updated plan will be developed to assess threats to healthcare systems, including medical devices, and identify the best ways to protect them.
Identification of High-Risk Facilities: It will be possible to designate high-risk healthcare facilities for cyberattacks, directing additional support and resources to them.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3841
Sponsor: Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6]
Process start date: 2025-06-09