California SB1001 establishes a Personal Identity Verification-Interoperable credential for utility personnel to access critical infrastructure areas.

California SB1001 aims to ensure timely access to critical infrastructure by utility personnel during natural and man-made disasters. The bill mandates the Office of Emergency Services to issue Personal Identity Verification-Interoperable (PIV-I) credentials to local agencies, corporations, public utilities, and mutual water companies. These credentials allow authorized personnel to enter restricted areas during emergencies, facilitating efficient disaster response and recovery.

California SB1001 establishes a Personal Identity Verification-Interoperable credential for utility personnel to access critical infrastructure areas.

California SB1001 aims to ensure timely access to critical infrastructure by utility personnel during natural and man-made disasters. The bill mandates the Office of Emergency Services to issue Personal Identity Verification-Interoperable (PIV-I) credentials to local agencies, corporations, public utilities, and mutual water companies. These credentials allow authorized personnel to enter restricted areas during emergencies, facilitating efficient disaster response and recovery.