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Cybersecurity for 9-8-8 Suicide Prevention Lifeline

This act aims to strengthen the cybersecurity of the 9-8-8 suicide prevention lifeline, ensuring its continuous and secure operation for citizens in mental health crises. It mandates reporting of cybersecurity vulnerabilities and incidents, enhancing the reliability of this vital service. This means people seeking help can trust the system is protected.
Key points
Enhances cybersecurity protection for the 9-8-8 lifeline to ensure uninterrupted and secure access to help.
Requires reporting of cybersecurity vulnerabilities and incidents by crisis centers and network administrators to improve response times.
Mandates a study to evaluate cybersecurity risks of the 9-8-8 lifeline to identify and address weaknesses.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
9–8–8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act
Print number: HR 912
Sponsor: Rep. Obernolte, Jay [R-CA-23]
Process start date: 2025-02-04