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Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act

USA119th CongressHR-9908| House 
| Updated: 7/23/2026
Erin Houchin

Erin Houchin

Republican Representative

Indiana

Cosponsors (5)
Kim Schrier (Democratic)Jennifer L. McClellan (Democratic)Glenn Thompson (Republican)Jefferson Shreve (Republican)Jill N. Tokuda (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation, known as the Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act, directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop a comprehensive strategy for strengthening the cybersecurity workforce in rural hospitals. This strategy, due within one year of enactment, must address the increasing demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals in these critical healthcare settings. The Secretary is required to consult with various federal agencies, including the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and at least two representatives of rural healthcare providers from each U.S. geographic division to ensure a broad perspective. The strategy must consider establishing partnerships between rural and non-rural hospitals, educational institutions, and private entities to expand the workforce through tailored education and training programs. It also mandates the development of cybersecurity curricula for community colleges and vocational schools in rural areas, alongside identifying workforce challenges and common mitigation practices. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary to publish free instructional materials for rural hospitals to train staff on fundamental cybersecurity efforts and provide annual briefings to Congress on the strategy's implementation and effectiveness. No additional funds are authorized for the purpose of carrying out this Act.
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Jan 28, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2169
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Reported by Senator Cassidy with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Jul 23, 2026
Introduced in House
Jul 23, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • January 28, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2169
    Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Reported by Senator Cassidy with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.


  • July 23, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • July 23, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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  • S 119-2169: Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act

Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act

USA119th CongressHR-9908| House 
| Updated: 7/23/2026
This legislation, known as the Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act, directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop a comprehensive strategy for strengthening the cybersecurity workforce in rural hospitals. This strategy, due within one year of enactment, must address the increasing demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals in these critical healthcare settings. The Secretary is required to consult with various federal agencies, including the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and at least two representatives of rural healthcare providers from each U.S. geographic division to ensure a broad perspective. The strategy must consider establishing partnerships between rural and non-rural hospitals, educational institutions, and private entities to expand the workforce through tailored education and training programs. It also mandates the development of cybersecurity curricula for community colleges and vocational schools in rural areas, alongside identifying workforce challenges and common mitigation practices. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary to publish free instructional materials for rural hospitals to train staff on fundamental cybersecurity efforts and provide annual briefings to Congress on the strategy's implementation and effectiveness. No additional funds are authorized for the purpose of carrying out this Act.
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Timeline
Jan 28, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2169
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Reported by Senator Cassidy with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Jul 23, 2026
Introduced in House
Jul 23, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • January 28, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2169
    Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Reported by Senator Cassidy with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.


  • July 23, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • July 23, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Erin Houchin

Erin Houchin

Republican Representative

Indiana

Cosponsors (5)
Kim Schrier (Democratic)Jennifer L. McClellan (Democratic)Glenn Thompson (Republican)Jefferson Shreve (Republican)Jill N. Tokuda (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

Science, Technology, Communications

Related Bills

  • S 119-2169: Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted