OH HR127

House urges Governor to order the Ohio Cyber Reserve to examine the computer network used to administer Ohio's unemployment compensation system for security breaches.

Governor should direct preparation of a written report determining whether unauthorized entities have accessed the system and assessing future breach risks.

Report must evaluate whether current network security measures adequately protect legitimate users' personal information and recommend best practices for maintaining security.

Governor should provide the completed report to the Unemployment Compensation Modernization and Improvement Council.

Resolution responds to documented incidents nationwide and constituent reports of criminals accessing unemployment benefit accounts and stealing personal information during the COVID-19 pandemic.