Minnesota Enacts New Law to Boost Cybersecurity Reporting for Public Agencies
CBS News
|
Contributed by: Drex DeFord
Summary
Minnesota has implemented a new law requiring public agencies and their contractors to report cybersecurity incidents, effective immediately. The legislation, which applies to various levels of government and educational institutions, aims to enhance the state's cybersecurity framework by analyzing reported data to identify trends that can inform preventive measures against cyberattacks. Officials from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and Minnesota IT Services will oversee this analysis, with a focus on aiding schools that often lack adequate resources to handle such threats. The law, signed by Governor Tim Walz in May, seeks to foster collaboration between government entities and educational institutions and includes provisions for ongoing support and guidance during the reporting process.
