West Virginia SB70 prohibits state officials from using software or AI tools from foreign adversaries to protect government systems.

West Virginia SB70 aims to safeguard state and local government systems and data from cyberattacks and surveillance by foreign adversaries. It defines "foreign country of concern" as those designated by federal regulations. The bill prohibits state officials, except law enforcement for official duties, from using or procuring software, applications, or AI tools from entities in these countries on state-owned or leased internet-capable devices. Exceptions are allowed with a written waiver from the Secretary of State.

West Virginia SB70 prohibits state officials from using software or AI tools from foreign adversaries to protect government systems.

West Virginia SB70 aims to safeguard state and local government systems and data from cyberattacks and surveillance by foreign adversaries. It defines "foreign country of concern" as those designated by federal regulations. The bill prohibits state officials, except law enforcement for official duties, from using or procuring software, applications, or AI tools from entities in these countries on state-owned or leased internet-capable devices. Exceptions are allowed with a written waiver from the Secretary of State.