A water tower is seen Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Plymouth, Minn. A cyberattack targeted the operating technology at over 30 water systems in Minnesota, including Plymouth's, earlier this week, state officials said. (AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt)
WASHINGTON (KFGO) – Following recent coordinated cyberattacks that targeted more than thirty community water systems in Minnesota, congress is taking action to protect drinking water from foreign adversaries and criminals.
Minnesota U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar and California U.S. Senator Adam Schiff have introduced the Water Cyber Shield Act.
The bill would give the EPA direct oversight to set new security standards, requiring local utilities to assess vulnerabilities and report cyber incidents.
It also authorizes $300 million a year to help Minnesota municipalities upgrade infrastructure without raising rates on local consumers.
Klobuchar has already met with impacted Minnesota mayors following a briefing from the U.S. National Cyber Director.
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