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Lifetime Identity Protection Push | Birmingham News
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In 2015, a massive OPM cyber breach exposed the personal data of over 22 million federal workers and lawmakers — a scandal that still haunts victims today. While a 2017 law offered 10 years of identity protection (set to expire Sept. 30), new legislation, the RECOVER PII Act, is pushing for lifetime identity monitoring and theft protection. Lawmakers like Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton argue this is essential for long-term peace of mind, as stolen data remains a persistent threat. The bill now moves through both chambers of Congress, aiming to close the gap in ongoing security for those still living with the fallout.
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