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S. 5522

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A bill to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency of the Department of Homeland Security to protect genetic and other sensitive biometric data, and for other purposes.
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Committee
Latest Action · September 24, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Introduced
September 24, 2026
Cosponsors (1)
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This bill designates genetic and biometric data systems as critical infrastructure and expands the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's (CISA) responsibilities to protect them. The legislation requires CISA to oversee security management of genetic data systems, ensure adequate staffing, provide training to federal personnel on protecting biological data, and work with the biotechnology sector to develop security protocols. The bill also directs CISA to consult with biotechnology companies and other relevant agencies like the Department's Office of Biometric Identity Management, and to establish secure communication channels for industry partners to report security concerns and incidents. The legislation does not specify funding amounts or implementation timelines in the text provided. The bill affects federal agencies, private biotechnology companies, and any organizations that collect or maintain genetic sequence data and sensitive biometric information.

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