Bills · HR 2363
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2363Commerce
DOGE POUND Act of 2025
INTRO MAR 26· LAST ACTION MAR 26
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it directly addresses the privacy and security of their personal health information held by the government. In an era of increasing cyber threats and concerns about data breaches, this bill seeks to safeguard highly sensitive medical records from unauthorized access, potentially by individuals deemed to pose a risk.
If this bill becomes law, it would create a stricter gatekeeping process for accessing government-held health data, potentially reducing the risk of data leaks or misuse. If it doesn't pass, existing access protocols would remain, which proponents might argue leaves sensitive health information more vulnerable to insider threats or access by individuals without adequate vetting or ethical commitments. This bill aims to bolster trust in how the government handles personal health data by ensuring only thoroughly vetted personnel can access it.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Prohibits individuals from accessing specific HHS systems containing private health data unless they meet strict eligibility criteria.
This directly restricts who can see sensitive health information, aiming to prevent unauthorized access and protect privacy.
PROVISION 02
Allows access for existing HHS officers, employees, or contractors who were eligible prior to January 20, 2025, and have continuously maintained that eligibility.
This creates an exception for current, trusted personnel, ensuring continuity of legitimate operations while still prioritizing security.
PROVISION 03
Establishes a mandatory set of conditions (e.g., security clearance, no conflicts of interest, ethics agreement) for any other individual to gain access to these systems.
This significantly raises the bar for external or new personnel to access sensitive data, enhancing the overall security vetting process.
PROVISION 04
Establishes criminal penalties, including imprisonment up to 5 years or fines, for knowingly violating the specified access prohibitions.
This provides a strong legal deterrent against unauthorized access and reinforces the serious consequences of mishandling private health data.
PROVISION 05
Requires the HHS Inspector General to investigate and report to Congress on all instances of unauthorized access within 30 days of discovery.
This ensures accountability and transparency regarding any security breaches or unauthorized data access, allowing for swift response and oversight.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 26
Introduced in House
MAR 26
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2363
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 26, 2025
Last actionMar 26, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 26, 2025
House BillHR 2363Commerce
DOGE POUND Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAR 26, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 26, 2025
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
5
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