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AI Summary
SB2625 establishes a Chief Information Officer in Mississippi, serving in a Cabinet position, appointed by the Governor with Senate consent.
Business Impact
If you manage IT systems, ensure compliance with CIO directives by July 1, 2026, or face operational disruptions.
What do these statuses mean? ▼
Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
Affected Industries
What This Means
Senate Bill 2625 creates the Chief Information Officer position in Mississippi, serving in a Cabinet role, appointed by the Governor with Senate approval.
Key Provisions
- Creation of the Chief Information Officer position appointed by the Governor with Senate consent, serving in a Cabinet position (Section 1(1))
- Prescribed general powers and duties of the CIO
- Authorization for the CIO to take necessary actions to accomplish duties
Latest Legislative Action
Died In Committee
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 8)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| DeLano | Primary |
| Doty | Primary |
| Hickman | Primary |
| Horhn | Primary |
| McDaniel | Primary |
Roll Call Votes
Passage ·
Feb 11, 2026
52 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Align IT and cybersecurity strategies with the CIO's directives
Who: State agencies and departments
Deadline: By July 1, 2026
Penalty: Risk of non-compliance with state regulations
Who: State agencies and departments
Deadline: By July 1, 2026
Penalty: Risk of non-compliance with state regulations
Submit annual reports on IT and cybersecurity plans
Who: State agencies
Deadline: Annually after July 1, 2026
Penalty: Potential consequences for failing to report
Who: State agencies
Deadline: Annually after July 1, 2026
Penalty: Potential consequences for failing to report
Full Legal Analysis
Senate Bill 2625 mandates the creation of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) position in Mississippi, serving in a Cabinet position, appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate. The bill outlines the general powers and duties of the CIO.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
View SB2625 on official legislature website →
Affected Industries
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