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Ed. Code, § 35265 · Article 8.5. Cybersecurity

Ed. Code, § 35265

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Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)

For purposes of this article, the following definitions apply:

(a) “California Cybersecurity Integration Center” or “Center” means the California Cybersecurity Integration Center established by the Office of Emergency Services pursuant to Section 8586.5 of the Government Code.

(b) “Cyberattack” means either of the following:

(1) Any alteration, deletion, damage, or destruction of a computer system, computer network, computer program, or data caused by unauthorized access.

(2) The unauthorized denial of access to legitimate users of a computer system, computer network, computer program, or data.

(c) “Local educational agency” means a school district, county office of education, or charter school.

Notes and commentary — not statutory text

History

Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 498, Sec. 1. (AB 2355) Effective January 1, 2023. Repealed as of January 1, 2027, pursuant to Section 35267.

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