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Introduced
01/07/2022
01/07/2022
In Committee
01/12/2022
01/12/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2022
03/14/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain information related to a cybersecurity incident or ransomware incident held by a political subdivision or state agency; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for portions of a meeting that would reveal certain information related to a cybersecurity incident or ransomware incident held by a political subdivision or state agency; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity, etc.
AI Summary
This bill provides an exemption from public records and public meetings requirements for certain information related to cybersecurity incidents or ransomware incidents held by political subdivisions or state agencies. The exempted information includes coverage limits and deductible/self-insurance amounts for cybersecurity insurance, information related to critical infrastructure, and network details or response practices that could facilitate unauthorized access or modification of an agency's data, information, or information technology resources. The bill also exempts portions of public meetings where this confidential information would be discussed, and the recordings and transcripts of those portions. The purpose of these exemptions is to protect agencies from increased cybersecurity risks and potential compromise of their systems and data if this sensitive information were publicly disclosed.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Other Sponsors (2)
Appropriations (Senate), Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security (Senate)
Last Action
Laid on Table, refer to CS/HB 7057 (on 03/09/2022)
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