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MS SB2625

MS SB2625
Chief Information Officer; create an executive-appointed position.

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Introduced
01/19/2026
In Committee
02/16/2026
Crossed Over
02/11/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Require The Governor To Appoint, With The Advice And Consent Of The Senate, A Chief Information Officer Who Shall Serve In A Cabinet Position; To Prescribe The General Powers And Duties Of The Chief Information Officer; To Authorize The Chief Information Officer To Have The Authority To Do What Is Necessary To Accomplish The Duties Prescribed Under This Act; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a new executive-appointed position, the Mississippi Chief Information Officer (CIO), who will serve in the Governor's cabinet and be responsible for advising the Governor on statewide information technology and cybersecurity issues. The CIO will also assist the Department of Information Technology Services, help protect the state's information assets and citizens' data, and promote the adoption of innovative technologies like AI while ensuring data security. The CIO will report annually to the Governor on the state's technology and cybersecurity plans, including individual agency plans and expenditures related to electronic technology and cybersecurity programs. This position will be effective July 1, 2026, and will be repealed on June 30, 2026, indicating a potential sunset clause or a typo in the provided text.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred To Technology;Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency (on 02/16/2026)

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