Michigan HB5850 amends water supply laws to mandate cybersecurity protections for public water systems.

Michigan HB5850 amends the Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act to enhance cybersecurity and operational technology protections for public water systems. It requires public water supplies to implement security measures against cyberattacks, physical attacks, and cyber disruptions. The bill mandates a risk-based cybersecurity and resilience program aligned with nationally recognized frameworks. It also requires the use of safety-critical systems, redundant cooling, and thermal reliability. Public water supplies must create incident response and disaster recovery plans.

Michigan HB5850 amends water supply laws to mandate cybersecurity protections for public water systems.

Michigan HB5850 amends the Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act to enhance cybersecurity and operational technology protections for public water systems. It requires public water supplies to implement security measures against cyberattacks, physical attacks, and cyber disruptions. The bill mandates a risk-based cybersecurity and resilience program aligned with nationally recognized frameworks. It also requires the use of safety-critical systems, redundant cooling, and thermal reliability. Public water supplies must create incident response and disaster recovery plans.