New York A04739 mandates annual cybersecurity training for state employees using computers for at least 25% of their duties.

New York A04739 amends the state technology law to require state agencies to identify employees who use computers for at least 25% of their duties. These employees must complete annual cybersecurity training. Each state agency can choose an approved training program. The executive head of each agency must verify employee training completion and conduct internal reviews. The law does not apply to employees on military leave, federal family medical leave, or other extended leave without access to agency IT systems.

New York A04739 mandates annual cybersecurity training for state employees using computers for at least 25% of their duties.

New York A04739 amends the state technology law to require state agencies to identify employees who use computers for at least 25% of their duties. These employees must complete annual cybersecurity training. Each state agency can choose an approved training program. The executive head of each agency must verify employee training completion and conduct internal reviews. The law does not apply to employees on military leave, federal family medical leave, or other extended leave without access to agency IT systems.