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WV HB5638
Bill
Status
Enrolled
3/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Daniel Linville
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AI Summary
- Creates the West Virginia Cybersecurity Office within the Office of Technology, led by the Chief Information Security Officer appointed by the Chief Information Officer
- Requires all state agencies (excluding higher education, State Police, constitutional officers, Legislature, and Judiciary) to undergo annual cybersecurity program reviews with the Office of Technology by November 30 each year
- Authorizes the Chief Information Security Officer to establish cybersecurity standards based on federal and industry best practices, set training requirements for users of state networks, and enter into fee-based agreements with exempt entities
- Allows the Office of Technology to recover costs from information custodians who fail to participate in required annual cybersecurity reviews
- Exempts cybersecurity assessments, program reviews, remediation plans, and vulnerability information from public disclosure under the state's Freedom of Information Act
Legislative Description
Relating to the requirements of the state’s cyber security program and responsibilities and authority of the state chief information security officer
Last Action
Completed legislative action
3/14/2026
Committee Referrals
Government Organization3/4/2026
Energy and Public Works2/17/2026
Full Bill Text
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