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AR HB1666
Bill
Status
4/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Stephen Meeks
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Arkansas Self-Funded Cyber Response Program as secondary to any existing insurance a participating governmental entity may have, with the program used to reimburse entities for cyberattack-related losses
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Removes the "cyber response panel" definition and the board's requirement to create such a panel, eliminating the multi-entity procurement process for cyberattack assistance
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Caps program coverage at $50,000 maximum for participating governmental entities (counties, municipalities, and school districts) that have not met minimum cybersecurity standards established by the board
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Repeals provisions making participating governmental entities legally liable for civil rights violations or tortious conduct by public officials or employees under this program
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Requires the cyber response contact to provide prompt notice and detailed reports to the board following a cyberattack, with coverage determinations made in consultation with the board when feasible
Legislative Description
To Amend The Law Concerning The Arkansas Self-funded Cyber Response Program.
Last Action
Notification that HB1666 is now Act 656
4/16/2025