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SB 1130

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 prohibition.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Boscola and 7 co-sponsors

SB 1130 expands protections preventing Pennsylvania utilities from disclosing sensitive security information, balancing infrastructure protection against public transparency and accountability.

Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure
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Bill Summary · SB 1130

Legislative bill overview

SB 1130 amends Pennsylvania's Public Utility Confidential Security Information Disclosure Protection Act of 2006 to further restrict the disclosure of sensitive security information held by public utilities. The bill strengthens prohibitions on sharing critical infrastructure details that could be exploited to harm utility systems or public safety.

Why is this important

Public utilities manage essential services—electricity, water, gas—that millions depend on daily. Protecting specific security vulnerabilities, facility layouts, and operational details from public disclosure helps prevent physical or cyber attacks that could disrupt service or endanger lives. This becomes increasingly critical as utilities face growing cybersecurity threats.

Potential points of contention

  • Transparency vs. Security trade-off: Environmental and consumer advocates may argue that broader disclosure restrictions reduce public oversight of utility operations and environmental compliance, making it harder to hold utilities accountable.
  • Definition scope: The bill's exact language on what constitutes "confidential security information" matters significantly—overly broad definitions could shield information that should be publicly accessible for legitimate oversight purposes.
  • FOIA implications: Strengthening prohibitions may conflict with Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law, potentially limiting journalists and citizens from accessing information about utility operations or safety incidents.

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

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