§15.14. Purposes and powers of the commission
A. The commission shall have the following purposes, duties, and powers:
(1) Identify, prioritize, and mitigate Louisiana's cyber risk.
(2) Develop a cybersecurity strategy for the state and identify sources of support for
strategy implementation.
(3) Promote cybersecurity awareness and recommend best practices for the security
of all of Louisiana's cyber ecosystem.
(4) Promote actions, including legislative, administrative, and regulatory, where
appropriate, to enhance cybersecurity in Louisiana.
(5) Grow Louisiana's cybersecurity workforce and educate the public and private
sectors about cybersecurity.
(6) Enhance Louisiana cyber emergency preparedness and response capabilities.
(7) Monitor, understand, and share cyber threat information.
(8) Build comprehensive digital forensics and cyber investigative capability.
(9) Identify, prioritize, acquire, and establish funding mechanisms to enhance
Louisiana's cybersecurity efforts.
(10) Facilitate economic development by promoting a cyber-safe Louisiana for
businesses and consumers.
(11) Serve as an advisory body to the governor relating to all issues relating to
cybersecurity and protecting critical infrastructure.
B. In furtherance of its powers and duties, the commission may create standing or
special committees and rules necessary and proper to ensure efficient accomplishment of its
mission.
Acts 2023, No. 245, §2.