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Can I avoid having a data breach response plan in Wisconsin? What are the requirements?

In Wisconsin, it is not possible to avoid having a data breach response plan. However, the contingency plan required by the state is specifically for responding to hazardous substance discharges that pose an imminent threat to public health, safety or welfare or the environment [1.1].

Requirements for Contingency Plan

The contingency plan must be developed by the department after consulting with local government, federal agencies, and other state agencies which may be involved in an emergency immediate action within the state of Wisconsin. The plan must be consistent with the overall state emergency operations plan maintained by the division of emergency government. The plan must include personnel protection measures, site investigation and documentation procedures, hazardous substance identification procedures, procedures for management of hazardous substances, duties and responsibilities of other state departments and agencies, and procedures for restoration of affected lands or waters [1.1].

The contingency plan must be amended by the department when necessary to improve emergency immediate actions in response to a hazardous substance discharge, after consultation with other affected agencies. At a minimum, the contingency plan shall be reviewed by the department at least every 4 years. The department shall maintain records of emergency actions and non-emergency immediate actions taken by the department in response to hazardous substance discharges, and these records shall be taken into account when reviewing the contingency plan [1.2].

A copy of the contingency plan and all revisions to the plan shall be maintained at the facility and submitted to all local police departments, fire departments, hospitals, and state and local emergency response teams that may be called upon to provide emergency services [4.1][4.2][3.2].

Conclusion

In conclusion, there are no specific requirements for a data breach response plan in Wisconsin. However, a contingency plan for responding to hazardous substance discharges is required by the state. The contingency plan must be developed by the department, amended when necessary, and reviewed every 4 years. A copy of the contingency plan and all revisions to the plan must be maintained at the facility and submitted to all local police departments, fire departments, hospitals, and state and local emergency response teams that may be called upon to provide emergency services.

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Wisconsin