SB 3939

Abstract

Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Modifies the exemptions from inspection and copying concerning cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Amends the Department of Innovation and Technology Act. Requires a local government official or employee to be chosen to act as the primary point of contact for local cybersecurity issues. Amends the Illinois Information Security Improvement Act. Requires the Secretary of Innovation and Technology to establish a cybersecurity liaison program to advise and assist units of local government and school districts concerning specified cybersecurity issues. Provides for cybersecurity training for employees of counties, municipalities, and school districts. Amends the Illinois Procurement Code. Provides that State agencies are prohibited from purchasing any products that, due to cybersecurity risks, are prohibited for purchase by federal agencies pursuant to a United States Department of Homeland Security Binding Operational Directive. Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Requires the Secretary of Innovation and Technology to establish a cybersecurity liaison program to advise and assist units of local government (rather than units of local government and school districts) concerning specified cybersecurity issues. Provides for cybersecurity training for employees of counties and municipalities (removes training for employees of school districts). Makes conforming changes.