Bill · S. 5217· Senate(119-S-5217)
RECOVER PII Act
- Introduced
- 8/3/2026
- Last activity
- 8/3/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Mark Warner
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "RECOVER PII Act," aims to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2017. It seeks to extend identity protection coverage for individuals whose personally identifiable information was compromised during recent data breaches at Federal agencies. The legislation would make this coverage effective for the remainder of the affected individual's life. Additionally, the bill provides a mechanism for agencies to reimburse employees or contractors for costs related to privacy-enhancing services.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this give people more control over their personal data?+9
The bill significantly improves data privacy protection for federal employees and contractors through lifetime coverage and reimbursement for mitigation services.
Does this protect people from being watched or searched?+9
The bill strengthens individual privacy rights by addressing the long-term consequences of federal data breaches.
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+8
The bill strengthens individual cybersecurity by providing lifetime identity theft insurance and reimbursement for privacy services.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Extended Identity Protection: Under Section 2, the bill changes the coverage period so that it is effective for the remainder of the life of the affected individual. This provides long-term security for those impacted by breaches.
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Increased Insurance Coverage: Section 2(A)(3) specifies that the coverage includes not less than $5,000,000 in identity theft insurance, which offers significant financial protection.
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Reimbursement for Privacy Services: Section 3(b) allows agencies to reimburse employees (or contractors supporting the agency) for up to 100 percent of the costs incurred for privacy-enhancing services. These services are defined as tools or processes that mitigate privacy risks by eliminating, reducing, or suppressing personal information.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Documentation Requirements: According to Section 3(c), any reimbursement or payment is contingent upon the submission of information or documentation that the agency may reasonably require, which could create a burden for the individual seeking reimbursement.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Education And Technology
- Improves Data Privacy+9
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Privacy Rights+9
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+8
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+7
- 8/3/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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