PROTECT Act Providing Resources and Oversight to Ensure Confidentiality...
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to disseminate guidance regarding certain best practices relating to the handling of personally identifiable information, and for other purposes.
HB8513, known as the PROTECT Act, aims to ensure that personally identifiable information is handled properly by providing guidance to the Secretary of Homeland Security on best practices. This bill is particularly important for safeguarding the privacy of individuals who serve in various capacities.
The PROTECT Act would affect the Secretary of Homeland Security and other entities that handle personal data, ensuring they follow recommended practices to protect individuals' privacy. This could impact government agencies, private companies, and other organizations that collect and store personal information.
HB8513 was introduced on April 27, 2026, and has been referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. The bill is currently in its early stages, and further steps will include committee review and potential amendments before it can be voted on by the full House.
