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To prevent Federal agencies and contractors from using LOGINK, and for other purposes.
12/29/2022, 6:18 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8431
Bill 117 hr 8431, also known as the "LOGINK Prevention Act," aims to prohibit Federal agencies and contractors from utilizing the LOGINK system. The LOGINK system is a digital platform that allows for secure access to government databases and information.
The bill states that the use of LOGINK poses potential security risks and vulnerabilities that could compromise sensitive government data. It also argues that the system may not be as secure as initially believed, leading to concerns about potential breaches and unauthorized access.
If passed, the bill would require Federal agencies and contractors to find alternative methods for accessing government information and databases, ensuring that sensitive data remains protected and secure. Overall, the LOGINK Prevention Act seeks to enhance cybersecurity measures within the Federal government and safeguard against potential threats to national security.
The bill states that the use of LOGINK poses potential security risks and vulnerabilities that could compromise sensitive government data. It also argues that the system may not be as secure as initially believed, leading to concerns about potential breaches and unauthorized access.
If passed, the bill would require Federal agencies and contractors to find alternative methods for accessing government information and databases, ensuring that sensitive data remains protected and secure. Overall, the LOGINK Prevention Act seeks to enhance cybersecurity measures within the Federal government and safeguard against potential threats to national security.
Congressional Summary of HR 8431
This bill prohibits a federal agency from using LOGINK. LOGINK means the public, open, shared logistics information network known as the National Public Information Platform for Transportation & Logistics by the Ministry of Transport of China.
Further, the bill prohibits (1) a federal agency from entering into any contract with an entity that uses LOGINK, and (2) the use of LOGINK in any contract entered into by the agency.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8431
Bill HR 8431 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2022. Bill HR 8431 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 19, 2022. Bill HR 8431's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of July 19, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8431
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8431
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8431
To prevent Federal agencies and contractors from using LOGINK, and for other purposes.
To prevent Federal agencies and contractors from using LOGINK, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8431
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