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Voters should care about this bill because it directly addresses the security of our food supply, which is fundamental to public health, national security, and economic stability. In an increasingly digital world, the systems that manage our farms and food processing are vulnerable to cyberattacks, which could disrupt food availability, contaminate products, or cause significant economic losses. This bill aims to proactively identify these weaknesses and develop strategies to prevent such disasters. If this bill becomes law, the government will regularly evaluate and practice responses to threats against our food system, making it more resilient. If it doesn't pass, the identification of cyber vulnerabilities and coordinated emergency planning for the food sector might remain fragmented or less prioritized, potentially leaving the country more susceptible to a major food disruption caused by a cyberattack or other emergency.
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Voters should care about this bill because it directly addresses the security of our food supply, which is fundamental to public health, national security, and economic stability. In an increasingly digital world, the systems that manage our farms and food processing are vulnerable to cyberattacks, which could disrupt food availability, contaminate products, or cause significant economic losses. This bill aims to proactively identify these weaknesses and develop strategies to prevent such disasters. If this bill becomes law, the government will regularly evaluate and practice responses to threats against our food system, making it more resilient. If it doesn't pass, the identification of cyber vulnerabilities and coordinated emergency planning for the food sector might remain fragmented or less prioritized, potentially leaving the country more susceptible to a major food disruption caused by a cyberattack or other emergency.
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