By the Data Security & Privacy Team

On September 27, 2018, Gov. John Bel Edwards declared October to be Cybersecurity Awareness Month in the State of Louisiana, signing a Proclamation in front of members of the Louisiana Cybersecurity Commission.  By signing this Proclamation, Gov. Edwards is simultaneously kicking off a Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign promulgated by the Louisiana Cybersecurity Commission.   The goal of the Louisiana Cybersecurity Commission, the Proclamation, and Cybersecurity Awareness Month Campaign is to enhance and improve Louisiana’s cybersecurity ecosystem.  Gov. Edwards stated at the Proclamation signing that, “There is no doubt that Louisiana is a leader in cybersecurity.”  He emphasized that “No state has more protections for its citizens and its businesses than Louisiana.”  Gov. Edwards referenced upcoming proposed legislation concerning cybersecurity protections for Louisiana citizens and businesses during his remarks following the Proclamation signing.  The Proclamation signing and the formation of the Louisiana Cybersecurity Commission follow Louisiana’s recently updated data breach notification laws that went into effect earlier this year. Copies of both the Proclamation and Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign Model can be found on the Louisiana Cybersecurity Commission’s website found here.

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