DIGEST
The digest printed below was prepared by House Legislative Services. It constitutes no part of the
legislative instrument. The keyword, one-liner, abstract, and digest do not constitute part of the law
or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
HB 607 Engrossed 2021 Regular Session Deshotel
Abstract: Requires the Joint Legislative Committee on Technology and Cybersecurity to examine
and consider possible regulatory structures for network installers and cybersecurity providers.
Proposed law requires the Joint Legislative Committee on Technology and Cybersecurity
(committee) to consider the creation and administration of possible regulatory structures for people
engaged in network installation and cybersecurity in the state.
Proposed law allows the committee to consider all structures they deem appropriate and provides
an illustrative list of potential approaches.
Proposed law requires the committee to submit findings or recommendations prior to the convening
of the 2022 Regular Session.
Proposed law repeals proposed law in its entirety effective on Jan. 1, 2023.
Effective upon signature of governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.
(Adds R.S. 24:677; Repeals R.S. 24:677) Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The Committee Amendments Proposed by House Committee on House and Governmental
Affairs to the original bill:
1. Delete provision regarding the specific recommendation of an agency or board to
promulgate rules.
2. Delete language regarding submission of a statement that there are no relevant findings
or suggestions to report.
3. Add effectiveness upon signature of governor.
4. Add provision that repeals proposed law in its entirety on Jan. 1, 2023.
5. Make technical changes.