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KS HB2574
KS HB2574Removing the expiration on certain cybersecurity requirements, modifying the duties of chief information security officers and cybersecurity programs, requiring assessment of executive branch agency compliance with cybersecurity requirements, providing for consideration of such compliance by the legislature during the budget process and creating the judicial branch technology oversight council.
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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
03/16/2026
03/16/2026
Crossed Over
02/25/2026
02/25/2026
Passed
03/26/2026
03/26/2026
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT concerning cybersecurity; relating to consolidation of cybersecurity services; modifying the duties of the chief information security officers for each branch of government; removing maturity requirements for cybersecurity programs; requiring periodic audits of compliance with such programs; creating the judicial branch technology oversight council and the legislative branch information technology oversight council; requiring the executive branch chief information security officer to assess executive branch agencies for compliance with cybersecurity standards and report findings to the legislature; providing for consideration of cybsersecurity compliance during the budgeting process; modifying the membership and duties of the information technology executive council; amending K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 40-110, 75-413, 75-623, 75-710, 75-711, 75-7202, 75-7203, 75-7206a, 75-7208a, 75-7237, 75-7238, 75-7239, 75-7240, 75-7245 and 75-7246 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 75-7203, as amended by section 21 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, and 75-7205, as amended by section 23 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas and K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 75-7201, as amended by section 17 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7202, as amended by section 19 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7206, as amended by section 25 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75- 7208, as amended by section 27 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7209, as amended by section 29 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7237, as amended by section 31 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7238, as amended by section 33 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7239, as amended by section 35 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, and 75-7240, as amended by section 37 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas.
AI Summary
This bill aims to strengthen cybersecurity across Kansas government by removing expiration dates on certain cybersecurity requirements, modifying the duties of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and cybersecurity programs, and establishing new oversight councils. Specifically, it creates a Legislative Branch Technology Oversight Council and a Judicial Branch Technology Oversight Council to set standards, policies, and oversee technology and cybersecurity programs within their respective branches. The bill also mandates that the Executive Branch CISO assess executive branch agencies for compliance with cybersecurity standards and report these findings to the legislature, with this compliance being considered during the budget process. Furthermore, it updates the duties of CISOs across various state agencies, shifting the focus from specific framework compliance (like NIST CSF) to adherence to nationally recognized standards for governmental entities, and requires regular reporting on program maturity levels to legislative committees. The bill also modifies the composition and duties of the Information Technology Executive Council, expanding its membership to include more legislative representation and the executive CISO. Importantly, it removes the expiration dates on certain cybersecurity provisions, ensuring ongoing compliance and oversight.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Information Technology (Other)
Last Action
House Enrolled and presented to Governor on Friday, March 27, 2026 (on 03/26/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2574/ |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/hb2574_enrolled.pdf |
| Senate Committee on Government Efficiency Report | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/cr_2026_hb2574_s_4313.pdf |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/hb2574_01_0000.pdf |
| House Committee on Legislative Modernization Report | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/cr_2026_hb2574_h_3737.pdf |
| Analysis - Supplemental Note: As Amended by House Committee | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/supp_note_hb2574_01_0000.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - Ficsal Note: As introduced | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/fisc_note_hb2574_00_0000.pdf |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/hb2574_00_0000.pdf |
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