The bill amends Section 716.11 of the Iowa Code to expand the definition of critical infrastructure sabotage. It specifically includes telecommunications services, information services, and cable services as defined in federal law (47 U.S.C. 153), alongside broadband generation, transmission, or delivery systems. This change reflects a broader understanding of what constitutes critical infrastructure in the context of potential sabotage.

Under the new provisions, a person who intentionally and without authorization causes a significant disruption to these critical services can be charged with critical infrastructure sabotage, classified as a class B felony. The penalties for this offense include a maximum confinement of 25 years and a substantial fine ranging from $85,000 to $100,000. This legislation aims to enhance the protection of essential services from acts of sabotage, thereby ensuring the integrity and reliability of critical infrastructure in Iowa.

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Introduced: 716.11