HB5638

Relating to the requirements of the state’s cyber security program and responsibilities and authority of the state chief information security officer

Complete·3/14/26

West Virginia HB5638 establishes the West Virginia Cybersecurity Office and outlines the responsibilities and authority of the state chief.

West Virginia HB5638 creates the West Virginia Cybersecurity Office within the Office of Technology, led by the Chief Information Security Officer. The bill defines the officer's powers and duties, including developing policies, procedures, and standards for an enterprise cybersecurity program. It mandates that state agencies undergo annual cybersecurity program reviews and submit reports to the Chief Information Security Officer.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Sponsors

0
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

96 Yea

RRRDRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRDRRRRRRRRDRRRRRRRRRRRRRDRRRRRRRDRRRRRRRRRRRRRDRRRDRRRRRRRDDRRRRRRR

1 Nay

R

2 Absent

RR

Calendar

Mar 10

9:00 AM

Senate Government Organization Committee Meeting

Mar 9

9:30 AM

Senate Government Organization Committee Meeting

History

Apr 1

House

Approved by Governor 4/1/2026

Mar 25

House

To Governor 3/25/26

Mar 14

House

House received Senate message