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South Dakota Senate Bill SB32

South Dakota 2023 Regular Session

South Dakota Senate Bill SB32

Introduced
1/10/23  

Caption

Make an appropriation for the purchase of cybersecurity upgrades by the Board of Regents and to declare an emergency.

Impact

The bill's focus on cybersecurity represents a critical step in safeguarding sensitive information and operational integrity for state universities and colleges. By providing the necessary financial resources for these upgrades, SB32 aims to fortify the state’s public educational institutions against increasing cyber threats. The appropriation underscores the state's commitment to maintaining the security and efficiency of its institutions, especially in an era where digital vulnerabilities are pervasive.

Summary

Senate Bill 32 (SB32) seeks to allocate a significant fund of $5,106,000 from the state’s general fund to the Board of Regents specifically for purchasing crucial cybersecurity upgrades. This move is intended to enhance and protect the network security across public institutions governed by the Board of Regents. The legislation acknowledges the urgency of addressing cybersecurity issues within state educational systems, signifying a proactive approach to mitigate potential threats.

Contention

Notably, SB32 emphasizes that the funds are necessary for the state’s governmental support operations, declaring an emergency situation that necessitates immediate passage. This urgency may spark discussions among lawmakers regarding fiscal priorities, especially in balancing cybersecurity needs against other pressing state budgetary concerns. While cybersecurity is vital, some may question whether such a significant allocation is appropriate or if resources could be better distributed in other areas of need within the state budget.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

SD SB133

Make an appropriation to the Board of Regents to upgrade an education lab and purchase resources at Black Hills State University and to declare an emergency.

SD HB1243

Make an appropriation to the Board of Regents for a cost-of-living increase and to declare an emergency.

SD HB1092

Make an appropriation for the precision agriculture cybersecurity CyberAg partnership initiative and to declare an emergency.

SD HB1209

Make an appropriation to the Board of Regents for improving the National Music Museum at the University of South Dakota and to declare an emergency.

SD SB34

Authorize the sale of real property in Lake County by the Board of Regents, and to declare an emergency.

SD HB1021

Authorize the Board of Regents to acquire property, contract for the design and construction of an athletics events center at Dakota State University, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.

SD SB187

Make an appropriation to establish a cybersecurity services initiative for counties and municipalities and to declare an emergency.

SD SB130

Authorize the Board of Regents to acquire property, contract for the design and construction of the Dakota State University Applied Research Lab, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.

SD HB1210

Make an appropriation to the Board of Regents to provide grant funding for a new biomedical facility at the research park in Sioux Falls, and to declare an emergency.

SD SB42

Authorize the Board of Regents to contract for the design and construction of an addition to the wellness center at the University of South Dakota, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.