Insure Cybersecurity Act of 2025
2/28/2025, 3:41 PM
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Purpose and Summary
Insure Cybersecurity Act of 2025
This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to establish a working group on cyber insurance policies. Under the bill, these are defined as policies that offer coverage for losses, damages, and costs incurred due to cyberattacks and related incidents.
The working group is directed to analyze and address issues in the cyber insurance market facing both insurers and their customers. Specifically, the working group must develop information for customers on how to effectively evaluate policy options, and for insurers on how to clearly communicate with customers regarding policy provisions.
Additionally, the working group is directed to analyze and explain in layman’s terms
- terminology commonly used in cyber insurance policies, including terminology used to include or exclude coverage for losses from cyber incidents;
- how common policy provisions correspond to cyber incidents and potential responses, including ransomware and potential ransom payments; and
- constraints faced by insurers in covering higher losses in cyber risk areas, such as reputational damage and loss of intellectual property.
At the conclusion of the working group's term, NTIA must publish and disseminate informative resources for cyber insurance stakeholders, including any recommendations formulated by the working group.
The main goal of this bill is to increase awareness and understanding of cyber insurance among businesses and individuals. With cyber attacks becoming more prevalent and sophisticated, having adequate insurance coverage is crucial for protecting against financial losses and reputational damage.
By creating a working group dedicated to cyber insurance, the bill seeks to promote collaboration and information sharing among industry stakeholders. This will help ensure that both issuers and customers have access to the most up-to-date and relevant resources to make informed decisions about their cyber insurance needs. Overall, Bill 119 s 245 is a proactive measure to address the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the importance of cyber insurance in mitigating risks. It underscores the government's commitment to promoting cybersecurity and resilience in the digital economy.
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Insure Cybersecurity Act of 2025
This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to establish a working group on cyber insurance policies. Under the bill, these are defined as policie...
The working group is directed to analyze and address issues in the cyber insurance market facing both insurers and their customers. Specifically, the working group must develop information for customers on how to effectively evaluate policy options, and for insurers on how to clearly communicate with customers regarding policy provisions.
Additionally, the working group is directed to analyze and explain in layman’s terms
- terminology commonly used in cyber insurance policies, including terminology used to include or exclude coverage for losses from cyber incidents;
- how common policy provisions correspond to cyber incidents and potential responses, including ransomware and potential ransom payments; and
- constraints faced by insurers in covering higher losses in cyber risk areas, such as reputational damage and loss of intellectual property.
At the conclusion of the working group's term, NTIA must publish and disseminate informative resources for cyber insurance stakeholders, including any recommendations formulated by the working group.