The Cybersecurity for Rural Water Systems Act and the Food and Agriculture Industry Cybersecurity Support Act would address vulnerabilities in agricultural systems and help farmers and ranchers prevent and respond to cyber threats.
U.S. Senators Mike Rounds, R-S.D., and Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., introduced two bipartisan pieces of legislation to protect rural and agricultural communities from cyber attacks targeting businesses, facilities and the U.S. food supply chain.
The Cybersecurity for Rural Water Systems Act would address vulnerabilities in rural water systems by providing updated cyber defenses and technical assistance. Additionally, the Food and Agriculture Industry Cybersecurity Support Act would help farmers and ranchers prevent and respond to threats, including ransomware attacks.