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NJ S3557
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Linda Greenstein
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AI Summary
- Mandates annual cybersecurity training for all New Jersey State employees in the Executive and Legislative branches who have access to State agency computers, including legislators
- Training to be developed and presented by the New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC) within the Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, with option to deliver as an online course
- Required training topics include updating passwords, detecting phishing scams, preventing ransomware and spyware infections, preventing identity theft, and preventing and responding to data breaches
- Director of the Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness must adopt guidelines to implement the training requirements
- Defines "State agency" broadly to include all Executive Branch departments, Legislative Branch offices, interstate agencies, and independent State authorities, but excludes counties and municipalities
Legislative Description
Requires certain State employees to receive training in cybersecurity best practices.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
2/19/2026
Committee Referrals
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation2/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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