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9–8–8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act

USA119th CongressHR-912| House 
| Updated: 2/4/2025
Jay Obernolte

Jay Obernolte

Republican Representative

California

Cosponsors (3)
Eugene Simon Vindman (Democratic)Debbie Dingell (Democratic)Ted Lieu (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The 9-8-8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act aims to enhance the security of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by addressing cybersecurity risks. It amends the Public Health Service Act to require the program to take necessary steps to protect itself from cybersecurity incidents and eliminate known vulnerabilities. The bill establishes a comprehensive cybersecurity reporting framework. The program's network administrator, receiving federal funding, must report identified cybersecurity vulnerabilities and incidents to the Assistant Secretary, ensuring personal privacy is protected. Similarly, local and regional crisis centers participating in the program are required to report such issues to the network administrator, who then relays them to the Assistant Secretary. These reporting requirements are designed to supplement, not replace, existing federal cybersecurity incident reporting laws. Furthermore, the legislation mandates the Comptroller General to conduct a study within 180 days to evaluate the cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities associated with the 9-8-8 Lifeline, with findings to be reported to relevant congressional committees.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-498
9–8–8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act
Feb 4, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 4, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Mar 12, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-1007
Introduced in Senate
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-498
    9–8–8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act


  • February 4, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 4, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • March 12, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-1007
    Introduced in Senate

Health

Related Bills

  • S 119-891: Bipartisan Health Care Act
  • HR 119-2483: SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025
  • S 119-2121: SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025
  • S 119-1007: 9–8–8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act
  • HR 119-1768: Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act
Computer security and identity theftCongressional oversightEmergency communications systemsGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsMental health

9–8–8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act

USA119th CongressHR-912| House 
| Updated: 2/4/2025
The 9-8-8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act aims to enhance the security of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by addressing cybersecurity risks. It amends the Public Health Service Act to require the program to take necessary steps to protect itself from cybersecurity incidents and eliminate known vulnerabilities. The bill establishes a comprehensive cybersecurity reporting framework. The program's network administrator, receiving federal funding, must report identified cybersecurity vulnerabilities and incidents to the Assistant Secretary, ensuring personal privacy is protected. Similarly, local and regional crisis centers participating in the program are required to report such issues to the network administrator, who then relays them to the Assistant Secretary. These reporting requirements are designed to supplement, not replace, existing federal cybersecurity incident reporting laws. Furthermore, the legislation mandates the Comptroller General to conduct a study within 180 days to evaluate the cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities associated with the 9-8-8 Lifeline, with findings to be reported to relevant congressional committees.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-498
9–8–8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act
Feb 4, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 4, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Mar 12, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-1007
Introduced in Senate
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-498
    9–8–8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act


  • February 4, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 4, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • March 12, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-1007
    Introduced in Senate
Jay Obernolte

Jay Obernolte

Republican Representative

California

Cosponsors (3)
Eugene Simon Vindman (Democratic)Debbie Dingell (Democratic)Ted Lieu (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • S 119-891: Bipartisan Health Care Act
  • HR 119-2483: SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025
  • S 119-2121: SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025
  • S 119-1007: 9–8–8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act
  • HR 119-1768: Lower Costs for Everyday Americans Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Computer security and identity theftCongressional oversightEmergency communications systemsGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsMental health