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Bipartisan Bill Targets Healthcare Security

November 28, 2024
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Bipartisan Bill Targets Healthcare Security

A new bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S. Senate seeks to strengthen cybersecurity within the healthcare sector. The Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act of 2024, co-sponsored by Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Mark Warner (D-VA), John Cornyn (R-TX), and Maggie Hassan (D-NH), aims to address the growing threats posed by cyberattacks, data breaches, and ransomware incidents. These cyber threats have already disrupted healthcare organizations, compromised sensitive patient information, and in some cases, jeopardized patient care. The legislation responds to these challenges by proposing significant changes to existing healthcare cybersecurity practices.

One of the key provisions of the bill is an update to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. This update would help modernize the framework under which healthcare organizations protect patient data. Additionally, the bill allocates financial support for low-resourced entities such as rural health clinics and smaller healthcare organizations, helping them adopt necessary cybersecurity measures. The goal is to ensure that all healthcare providers, regardless of size, are better equipped to defend against cyber threats.

The bill also includes directives for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to collaborate on improving cybersecurity across the healthcare sector. This collaboration would include initiatives such as information sharing, cybersecurity training, and the development of specialized products tailored to healthcare needs. The legislation further mandates that HHS and CISA create a comprehensive cybersecurity incident response plan, ensuring that both public and private healthcare entities are prepared to respond quickly and effectively to cybersecurity incidents.

In addition to these proactive measures, the bill requires healthcare entities to publicly disclose information about cybersecurity incidents. Specifically, it mandates that entities share corrective actions taken after breaches and report the number of individuals affected. With an increasing reliance on digital systems in healthcare, this bill is designed to ensure that the sector remains resilient in the face of evolving cyber threats, ultimately improving patient safety and safeguarding critical health data.

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  • US Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Strengthen Cybersecurity for Healthcare Sector
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