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B 26-0427

Cybersecurity and Accountability Act of 2025

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Phil Mendelson

DC bill establishes cybersecurity standards and accountability requirements for organizations to protect resident data and reduce breach incidents.

Committee Mark-up of B26-0427 by the Health Committee
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Bill Summary · B 26-0427

Legislative bill overview

Bill B 26-0427, the Cybersecurity and Accountability Act of 2025, establishes cybersecurity requirements and accountability measures for organizations operating in the District of Columbia. The bill was introduced by Chairman Phil Mendelson and is currently under review by the Committee on Business and Economic Development. Specific provisions are not yet publicly detailed in available legislative tracking records.

Why is this important

Cybersecurity legislation directly affects how businesses, government agencies, and service providers protect sensitive data belonging to DC residents and organizations. Strong cybersecurity standards can reduce data breach incidents, identity theft, and financial losses, while also establishing clear accountability when breaches occur. The outcome will influence operational costs for DC-based businesses and the level of consumer data protection in the district.

Potential points of contention

  • Compliance burden and cost: Businesses may argue that cybersecurity requirements create expensive compliance obligations, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises with limited IT resources
  • Scope and enforcement: Disagreement over which organizations fall under the law's requirements, what specific standards apply, and how violations will be enforced and penalized
  • Liability and accountability mechanisms: Debate over whether organizations, executives, or both bear liability for breaches, and whether penalties are proportionate to violations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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