The Technology Association of Iowa has announced its state and federal principles and priorities for the 2023 legislative year. TAI’s legislative priorities for 2023 are: Connectivity: Facilitate high-performance internet connectivity using the best available technologies for all Iowans. Cybersecurity: Build awareness of known and emerging cyber threats and incentivize smart cybersecurity practices to protect Iowans and their data. Data privacy: Standardize data privacy policies, ensuring Iowans have access to and control of their
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March 10, 2022
House bill would make ransomware illegal in Iowa
House File 2461, which passed the Iowa House unanimously March 2, would make the development and deployment of ransomware illegal in Iowa except in cases of testing or research. The bill defines ransomware as “a computer or data contaminant, encryption or lock that is placed or introduced into a computer, computer network or computer system that restricts access by an authorized individual” in a way that results in the perpetrator
November 26, 2021
Technology Association of Iowa releases 2022 legislative priorities
The Technology Association of Iowa released Wednesday the following legislative priorities for 2022: Connectivity: Facilitate high-performance internet connectivity using the best available technologies for all Iowans. Education access: Support programs, such as Future Ready Iowa, that connect Iowans to the training and education required for good-paying jobs and careers to improve people’s lives. IEDA funding: The Iowa Economic Development Authority instills growth and success of Iowa businesses and communities through
March 5, 2020
Iowa senator introduces ‘Right to Be Forgotten’ bill
A new bill introduced by Iowa Sen. Zach Nunn, R-Altoona, would require the “removal of internet content upon request” under the title “The Right to Be Forgotten” Act, a phrase associated with the “right to erasure” that gives European Union citizens the power to demand certain data about them be deleted from company servers. The Iowa bill, SF 2351, would allow an individual to request any internet search engine to
