USE OF STATE DEVICES FOR CYFD BUSINESS

HB 203 requires all employees of New Mexico's Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) to use only state-issued electronic devices for work-related communication. The bill mandates hourly backups of all electronic records (including emails, texts, and documents) generated during work duties, with these records retained for 24 years after an employee leaves. It also requires department-approved software compliant with data protection laws and prohibits the use of personal devices for official business. These provisions apply directly to CYFD staff performing departmental duties.