On January 30, Associate Director of Policy Karrington Anderson submitted testimony before the Education, Energy, and the Environment Committee in support of SB 241 – Cyber Maryland Program – Revisions.
This bill enhances the Cyber Maryland Program by expanding eligibility for funding to include local governments, local economic development entities, and local workforce boards.
This bill expands funding access by enabling local governments and regional entities to directly benefit from grants that were previously limited to schools, employers, and nonprofit organizations. By including workforce boards and economic development entities, the legislation empowers counties to develop and implement customized cybersecurity programs that align with their specific needs and priorities.
As cyber threats continue to evolve in sophistication, local governments remain key targets for hackers seeking to disrupt essential services, compromise sensitive data, and jeopardize public safety. Strengthening local cybersecurity infrastructure and workforce capacity is critical to maintaining safe and secure communities across Maryland.
SB 241’s cross-file, HB 82, was heard on February 4 in the House Health and Government Operations Committee. Karrington Anderson testified in support of this bill.
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