If enacted, this bill would update current statutes by appropriating $2,500,000 from the state General Fund for fiscal year 2026-2027 specifically to the Arizona Department of Homeland Security (AZDOHS) for cybersecurity programs. The bill stipulates that of this total appropriation, $500,000 is designated for generative artificial intelligence cybersecurity initiatives, while $2,000,000 is allocated for the modernization of the statewide VPN security network utilizing a zero-trust network access solution.

The new language introduced by the bill would be inserted into the current statutes, clearly outlining the financial allocations and their intended purposes. This would enhance the existing framework governing AZDOHS's responsibilities in cybersecurity, ensuring that the department has the necessary resources to address emerging threats and improve its technological infrastructure.