Thursday, November 14, 2024
Thursday, November 14, 2024

Senate Passes Harsher Penalties for Ransomware Attacks

The Senate met briefly Friday morning, quickly passing six bills before adjourning for the weekend.

Among the bills passed Friday, Senate Bill 520 would increase the financial penalties for ransomware attacks. The legislation calls for fines of between $10,000 and $100,000 based on the severity of the crime and damage. The bill now heads to the House of Delegates for consideration.

The Senate is adjourned until Monday, Feb. 14 at 11 a.m.

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