Lawmaker introduces cyber bill to strengthen data breach laws

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Lawmaker introduces cyber bill to strengthen data breach laws

Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) has introduced a new piece of cybersecurity legislation that would strengthen data breach laws.

Federal News Network Staff

August 16, 2011 10:45 am

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Another lawmaker has joined the pack in Congress, who have introduced cybersecurity legislation.

This latest cyber bill comes from Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) It aims to strengthen data breach laws, including consumer notification requirements.

Blumenthal’s bill comes as Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) has been trying to consolidate Democratic efforts to draft a piece of comprehensive cybersecurity legislation.

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