H.R. 9908 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act
H.R. 9908 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Jul 23, 2026, sponsored by Erin Houchin with 5 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jul 23, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 5
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
What it does
Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to create a workforce development strategy to address the need for cybersecurity professionals in rural hospitals.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Erin Houchin (R-IN). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 23, 2026
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (Jul 23, 2026)
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- S. 146: TAKE IT DOWN Act
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- S. 1003: Lulu’s Law
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- H.R. 139: Sunshine Protection Act of 2025
- H.R. 901: Research Security and Accountability in DHS Act
- H.R. 979: AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025
- H.R. 1027: QUIET Act
- H.R. 1223: ANCHOR Act
Committees
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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