Japan: House of Representatives passed Bill on preventing damage caused by unauthorised acts against important computers (Cyber Security Capability Enhancement Bill)

On 18 March 2025, the Bill on preventing damage caused by unauthorised acts against important computers (Cyber Security Capability Enhancement Bill) was passed by the Japanese House of Representatives. The Act would introduce cybersecurity measures for critical electronic infrastructures by establishing frameworks for reporting specific incidents and regulating the collection and analysis of related communication information. The Act further outlines the roles of the Cyber Communications Information Management Committee in overseeing these activities to prevent potential damage to Japan's significant electronic systems.