An Act to Update Certain Terms and References Regarding Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Sponsored By: Suzanne Salisbury (Democratic)
Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Standard definitions for cybersecurity and data protection
The law sets common meanings for “cyberattack,” “cybersecurity,” and “information security.” “Cyberattack” matches the definition in Title 37-B. The other terms focus on protecting state technology and critical infrastructure. Agencies use these terms the same way in rules and contracts.
State can use GSA and cyber retainers
The Chief Information Officer (CIO) can let state agencies buy IT through federal GSA contracts after a written finding. The CIO can also hire cybersecurity services on a retainer to detect, prevent, and respond to cyberattacks. This gives agencies faster buying options and experts on call during a cyber incident.
IT training for Maine state employees
The CIO, or a designee, develops and runs data processing and IT training for state employees. These programs build the skills needed to support state systems and services.
CIO must approve all state tech buys
The CIO, or a designee, must approve all state data processing and telecom services, equipment, and systems. The CIO also approves the standards and evaluation methods used for these purchases. Written IT standards now include information security and cybersecurity policies and operations. Agencies follow these standards when they buy and run technology.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Suzanne Salisbury
Democratic • House
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
Actions Timeline
Signed by Governor, ACTPUB Chapter 698
4/15/2026PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.
4/13/2026SenatePASSED TO BE ENACTED. Sent for concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.
4/13/2026HouseReports READ.On motion by Senator BALDACCI of Penobscot the Majority Ought to Pass as Amended Report ACCEPTED. READ ONCE. Committee Amendment "A" (H-1006) READ and ADOPTED. Under suspension of the Rules, READ A SECOND TIME and PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED by Committee Amendment "A" (H-1006) in concurrence.
4/9/2026SenateReports READ.On motion of Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook, the Majority Ought to Pass as Amended Report was ACCEPTED.The Bill was READ ONCE.Committee Amendment "A" (H-1006) was READ and ADOPTED.Under suspension of the rules, the Bill was given its SECOND READING without REFERENCE to the Committee on Bills in the Second Reading.The Bill was PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-1006). Sent for concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.
4/9/2026HouseThe Bill was REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT in concurrence
1/7/2026SenateCommittee on State and Local Government suggested and ordered printed. The Bill was REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT.Sent for concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.
1/7/2026House
Bill Text
Amendment C-A (H-1006), adopted by House & Senate
Enacted
Introduced
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