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AI Summary
The bill alters the Maryland Cybersecurity Council's membership selection and mandates assessments of cybersecurity threats.
Business Impact
If you operate in cybersecurity in Maryland, you must prepare for AI threat assessments by October 1, 2025, or risk non-compliance penalties.
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In Committee
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Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
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— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
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What This Means
Maryland's HB376 modifies the structure of the Cybersecurity Council, requiring it to elect a chair and vice chair every two years. The Council will also assess cybersecurity threats from artificial intelligence and quantum computing.
Key Provisions
- Alters the selection process for the Maryland Cybersecurity Council's chair and vice chair.
- Mandates biennial elections for leadership positions starting October 1, 2025.
- Requires the Council to assess cybersecurity threats from AI and quantum computing.
Latest Legislative Action
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 627
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Health and Government Operations | Sponsor |
Roll Call Votes
H ·
Third Reading: Passed ·
Apr 7, 2025
139 Yea
0 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Third Reading: Passed ·
Apr 5, 2025
42 Yea
0 Nay
5 Other
Passed ✓
H ·
Third Reading: Passed ·
Feb 27, 2025
134 Yea
0 Nay
5 Other
Passed ✓
Amendments (2)
Favorable with Amendments 533323/1 Adopted
Adopted
2025-02-25
Favorable with Amendments 783022/1 Adopted
Adopted
2025-04-05
Compliance Checklist
Prepare for biennial leadership elections within the Council
Who: Members of the Maryland Cybersecurity Council
Deadline: By October 1, 2025
Penalty: Non-compliance penalties not specified
Who: Members of the Maryland Cybersecurity Council
Deadline: By October 1, 2025
Penalty: Non-compliance penalties not specified
Conduct assessments of AI-related cybersecurity threats
Who: Maryland Cybersecurity Council
Deadline: Ongoing after October 1, 2025
Penalty: Non-compliance penalties not specified
Who: Maryland Cybersecurity Council
Deadline: Ongoing after October 1, 2025
Penalty: Non-compliance penalties not specified
Full Legal Analysis
HB376 amends the membership and leadership structure of the Maryland Cybersecurity Council, mandating that beginning October 1, 2025, the Council must elect a chair and vice chair from its members every two years. A significant aspect of this bill is its directive for the Council to assess and address cybersecurity threats and risks associated with artificial intelligence and quantum computing. This requirement positions the Council as a proactive body in the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, particularly as it relates to emerging technologies. The bill does not specify compliance requirements or penalties but emphasizes the importance of addressing these critical cybersecurity issues.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
View HB376 on official legislature website →
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