SB203

Require political subdivisions to adopt a cybersecurity program

Introduced·5/14/25
Introduced Text

Ohio SB203 mandates political subdivisions to adopt a cybersecurity program to safeguard data and IT resources.

Ohio SB203 requires political subdivisions to adopt a cybersecurity program consistent with best practices. The program must safeguard data, IT, and resources, ensuring availability, confidentiality, and threat detection. It includes identifying critical functions, potential impacts, and mechanisms for incident analysis and communication. Political subdivisions must notify the division of homeland security and the auditor of state of any cybersecurity incidents. They must also establish procedures for repairing infrastructure and maintaining security post-incident.

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Where it stands

Current
Financial Institutions, Insurance and Technology Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 17, 2025

10:00 AM

Senate Financial Institutions, Insurance and Technology 2nd Hearing, Proponent

Jun 3, 2025

4:00 PM

Senate Financial Institutions, Insurance and Technology 1st Hearing, Sponsor

History

May 28, 2025

Senate

Referred to committee: Financial Institutions, Insurance and Technology

May 14, 2025

Senate

Introduced