follow-up: Social Security numbers of 3, 500-plus Guard members at risk

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http://www.statesmanjournal.com/article/20100701/UPDATE/100701064/Social-Security-numbers-of-3-500-plus-Guard-members-at-risk

By Capi Lynn
Statesman Journal
July 1, 2010

The Oregon National Guard continues to deal with the aftermath of a stolen 
laptop computer that contained the names and Social Security numbers of 
more than 3,500 soldiers.

The last of the notification letters were mailed today to individuals 
whose personal information was on the laptop, which was reported stolen 
from a Guard member?s vehicle June 21 in the Portland area. The Guard 
member was using the laptop to conduct work from home.

Maj. Gen. Raymond F. Rees, adjutant general Oregon, has asked for a review 
of laptop procedures and policies as a result of the incident. "He wants 
an updated policy and education program, and definitely accountability," 
said Capt. Stephen Bomar, spokesman for the Oregon National Guard.

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