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HB 306

An Act amending the act of November 29, 2006 (P.L.1435, No.156), known as the Public Utility Confidential Security Information Disclosure Protection Act, further providing for definitions, for prohibition and for penalties.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Danilo Burgos and 19 co-sponsors

HB 306 updates Pennsylvania procedures for utilities to submit and protect sensitive security infrastructure data from public disclosure while streamlining administrative processes.

Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure
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Bill Summary · HB 306

Legislative bill overview

HB 306 amends Pennsylvania's 2006 Public Utility Confidential Security Information Disclosure Protection Act to revise procedures for how utilities submit, challenge, and protect sensitive security information from public disclosure. The bill updates procedural mechanisms without changing the fundamental confidentiality protections for critical infrastructure data.

Why is this important

Utilities handle sensitive information about power grids, water systems, and gas infrastructure that could pose security risks if publicly disclosed. Streamlined procedures for managing this information can reduce administrative burden on utilities while ensuring legitimate security concerns are properly evaluated, affecting both operational efficiency and public safety infrastructure oversight.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition scope: Disagreement over what information qualifies as "confidential security information" — utilities may seek broader protections while transparency advocates want narrower limits
  • Challenge procedures: Uncertainty about whether revised procedures adequately protect the public's right to access non-sensitive utility information or overly shield data from oversight
  • Regulatory balance: Tension between reducing utility compliance costs versus maintaining sufficient government and public scrutiny of utility operations and security practices

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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