Will OPM offer the same protection to individuals whose information was stored on security clearance databases, or does this heightened level of compromised information warrant additional protections?

I think we need to work together to protect the Nation's economic and national security interests by coming together to deal with these vital cybersecurity issues.

Is 30 days sufficient time to correct more than a decade of negligence of outdated systems and failed attempts at modernization?

I think we should take an ordered approach to this problem.

It would not surprise me to see more.

So how will you all be involved?

Will notifications be provided to family members and other individuals whose information was contained in the security clearance system solely due to their relationship with the security applicant?

Thank you, Mr. Esser.

The only thing we have to do around here is vote, and so there is just no way of knowing.

Do we need additional legislation?

Thank you all for being here. We have a lot to cover to be able to help not only resolve things for the future, but also be able to unpack fully what has happened in the past.

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