Bill
H 3344
Overview: H 3344, State Infrastructure Protection Act, Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry, Introduced on February 27, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The State Infrastr
Overview: H 3344, State Infrastructure Protection Act, Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry, Introduced on February 27, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The State Infrastructure Protection Act aims to enhance the security and resilience of critical infrastructure across the state. The bill recognizes the growing threats posed by cyber attacks, natural disasters, and other disruptions, and seeks to establish a comprehensive framework to safeguard essential services and systems.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the development of a statewide critical infrastructure protection plan
- Mandates regular risk assessments and vulnerability testing for all state-owned and regulated infrastructure
- Establishes an Infrastructure Protection Task Force to coordinate security efforts across agencies and sectors
- Provides funding and technical assistance to local governments and private entities for infrastructure upgrades
- Imposes stricter cybersecurity standards and incident response protocols for infrastructure operators
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would impact a wide range of stakeholders, including state and local government agencies, utility providers, transportation authorities, and private companies that own or operate critical infrastructure. The enhanced security measures and investment in infrastructure upgrades are expected to improve the reliability and resilience of essential services for all state residents and businesses.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The State Infrastructure Protection Act has been referred to the Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry for further consideration. If passed, the bill would require the development of the statewide protection plan and the establishment of the Infrastructure Protection Task Force within 12 months of enactment.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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