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S 3222

Requires instruction on cybersecurity in grades nine through 12; requires Office of Secretary of Higher Education to develop cybersecurity model curricula; establishes loan redemption programs for individuals in certain cybersecurity occupations.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Linda Greenstein and 1 co-sponsor

Overview: S 3222, "Requires instruction on cybersecurity in grades nine through 12; requires Office of Secretary of Higher Education to develop cybersecurity model curricula; estab

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
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Bill Summary · S 3222

Overview: S 3222, "Requires instruction on cybersecurity in grades nine through 12; requires Office of Secretary of Higher Education to develop cybersecurity model curricula; establishes loan redemption programs for individuals in certain cybersecurity occupations", was referred to the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee on November 19, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The main goals of this bill are to improve cybersecurity education in secondary schools, develop model curricula for higher education, and incentivize individuals to pursue careers in critical cybersecurity fields.

Key Provisions:
- Mandates the inclusion of cybersecurity instruction in grades 9-12 curriculum
- Directs the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education to create model cybersecurity curricula for colleges and universities
- Establishes loan redemption programs for individuals employed in designated cybersecurity occupations

Affected Parties and Impacts: This legislation would impact secondary and post-secondary students, as well as current and future cybersecurity professionals. It aims to enhance the cybersecurity knowledge and skills of the future workforce.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee for further consideration and potential amendments.

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

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