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Rep. Thompson brings bipartisan rural hospital cybersecurity act to House

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Rep. Thompson brings bipartisan rural hospital cybersecurity act to House

A bipartisan group of six House representatives introduced the Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act, aimed at strengthening cyber defenses for rural hospitals. The bill targets a sector facing acute resource constraints and exposure to cyber threats.

Why it matters: Rural hospital administrators and healthcare IT leaders need to monitor this legislation as it may establish new federal cybersecurity requirements, funding mechanisms, or compliance timelines affecting their operations.

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