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NJ S3557

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Linda Greenstein

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

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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