The LINK Act requires the Department of Agriculture and Department of the Interior to make their information technology and cybersecurity systems work together so they can share information about wildfire operations, disaster response, and business management activities. The two departments must develop a joint implementation plan as soon as possible and complete the upgrades within one year of the law's enactment, while ensuring operations don't suffer during the transition. The bill protects sensitive tribal data and requires consultation with Native American tribes before implementing the changes. While the legislation doesn't specify new funding, it directs both departments to comply with existing federal information technology laws and involves coordination with firefighters in developing the plan. The goal is to break down data silos between the agencies to improve their ability to respond to emergencies and manage shared responsibilities more efficiently.
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