H.R. 7898 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
To amend the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to consider certain recognized security practices of covered entities and business associates when making certain determinations, and for other purposes.
H.R. 7898 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) became law — introduced on Jul 31, 2020, sponsored by Michael C. Burgess with 2 co-sponsors.
During the 116th Congress (2019–2020), Donald Trump was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 31, 2020
- Co-sponsors
- 2
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 116-321
What it does
This bill addresses health information technology provisions concerning cybersecurity practices and information blocking. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) may reduce fines and penalties for violations of certain federal privacy standards for health information if an entity subject to those standards has adopted particular cybersecurity practices.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Michael C. Burgess (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 31, 2020
- Passed the HouseDec 9, 2020
- Passed the SenateDec 19, 2020
- Sent to the PresidentDec 24, 2020
- Became lawJan 5, 2021
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 116-321. (Jan 5, 2021)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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