Technology (Cybersecurity)

This bill modernizes Washington D.C.'s 911 emergency communication system funding by updating fees and clarifying how funds are used. It establishes a uniform $1.00 monthly fee per access line (replacing older structures), increases prepaid wireless fees to 5%, and explicitly directs funds toward Next Generation 911 (NG911) infrastructure, cybersecurity, and multimedia capabilities. The legislation requires annual reporting and audits to ensure transparency, while mandating triennial fee reviews to account for inflation and system costs. These changes directly affect telecommunications providers (through updated fees) and residents (by improving emergency response reliability and technology).

This bill requires insurance licensees in the District of Columbia to meet specific data security standards to protect consumer information. It mandates that licensees investigate cybersecurity incidents, notify the Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking Commissioner about such events, and implement security measures for nonpublic information stored on portable devices or transmitted externally. The law specifically protects sensitive data including Social Security numbers, health records, financial account details, and biometric information. Licensees must use multi-factor authentication and maintain security programs to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure of this information.