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HB 82

Cyber Maryland Program - Revisions

2025 Regular Session

HB 82 modifies Maryland's cybersecurity program framework; specifics pending committee review after February 4 hearing.

Hearing 2/04 at 2:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · HB 82

Legislative bill overview

HB 82 revises Maryland's Cyber Maryland Program, which appears to be the state's cybersecurity initiative. The bill modifies existing statutes related to the program's structure, operations, or requirements, though specific revisions aren't detailed in the public record yet. This is an early-stage bill currently in committee review.

Why is this important

Cybersecurity infrastructure is critical for protecting state government systems, citizen data, and economic assets from cyber threats. How Maryland structures and funds its cybersecurity program directly affects the state's resilience against ransomware, data breaches, and other attacks that could compromise services or expose residents' personal information.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of revisions unclear – Without seeing the actual bill text, stakeholders cannot yet assess whether changes strengthen or weaken protections
  • Funding and resource allocation – Revisions may increase costs to agencies or reallocate existing cybersecurity budgets, creating winners and losers
  • Oversight and accountability – Changes could shift authority between state agencies or alter transparency requirements, affecting how the program is monitored

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

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