Mississippi has 38 published AI-related bills. 14 have been enacted into law, and 8 are still pending.
Mississippi has demonstrated a moderate level of activity in the realm of artificial intelligence regulation, with a total of 38 bills introduced, of which 14 have been enacted and 8 are currently in progress. The state's legislative efforts reflect a growing recognition of the importance of AI across various sectors, including technology, transportation, and education. However, a significant number of bills (16) have either been vetoed or are dead, indicating challenges in advancing comprehensive AI legislation. This mixed outcome suggests that while there is interest in regulating AI, the path to effective legislation is fraught with obstacles. Key themes emerging from Mississippi's AI regulatory landscape include a focus on consumer protection, particularly in the context of privacy and fraud detection, as evidenced by the proposed Mississippi Consumer Privacy Protection Act and the Insurance Fraud Detection Act. Additionally, the state is exploring the implications of AI in transportation, with the enactment of the Mississippi Fully Autonomous Vehicle Enabling Act and the authorization of autonomous motor vehicles. The introduction of bills related to the rights of individuals concerning their likeness and voice also highlights a growing concern over personal data and representation in the digital age. For businesses operating in Mississippi, this regulatory environment necessitates a proactive approach to compliance, particularly in sectors like technology and transportation, where AI applications are rapidly evolving and subject to scrutiny.
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All Mississippi AI Bills 38 published
Education; institute initiatives to promote literacy in math, reading, finance, computer science, and civics.
SB2294 establishes programs to enhance literacy in math, reading, finance, computer science, and civics in Mississippi, including the Mississippi Future Innovators Act, with support systems for educational personnel and parental notification requirements. It includes an Algebra-readiness indicator based on the Grade 5 statewide mathematics assessment scale score and financial literacy education under the J.P. Wilemon, Jr., Financial Literacy Act.
MS Fully Autonomous Vehicle Enabling Act; extend repealer on law enforcement interaction plan submission to DPS.
The bill extends the requirement for operators of fully autonomous vehicles to submit a law enforcement interaction plan to the Department of Public Safety, with a new repealer date of July 1, 2026.
Artificial intelligence; define.
HB1723 aims to define 'artificial intelligence' in Mississippi law. Details will be provided once the full bill text is available.
Chief Information Officer; create an executive-appointed position.
SB2625 establishes a Chief Information Officer in Mississippi, serving in a Cabinet position, appointed by the Governor with Senate consent.
Mississippians' Right to Name, Likeness and Voice Act; enact.
The Mississippians' Right to Name, Likeness and Voice Act establishes property rights for individuals over their name, likeness, and voice, with protections against unauthorized use and liability for infringement. (Sections 75-101-1 to 75-101-13)
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MS Future Innovators Act; enact to require high school computer science or CTE with embedded computer science course.
The Mississippi Future Innovators Act requires public high school students to earn credit in computer science or CTE courses with embedded computer science, satisfying certain state graduation requirements.
"Mississippi Human Capital Supplemental Tax Act"; create.
The Mississippi Human Capital Supplemental Tax Act creates a fund for workforce development, establishes a supplemental tax related to AI displacement, and forms an advisory council. The rate of the supplemental tax is specified in the bill.
Insurance Fraud Detection Act; establish trust fund to assist Mississippi Insurance Department in cyber fraud.
The Insurance Fraud Detection Act amends Sections 83-2-33 and 83-5-72 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to establish a trust fund for the Mississippi Insurance Department.
Artificial Intelligence in Education Task Force Act; enact.
The bill creates an AI in Education Task Force to explore AI in K-12, with specific membership criteria and duties, submitting biannual reports until July 1, 2025.
Insurance Department Fraud Detection Trust Fund; rename Insurance Department Fund and redesignate as a special fund.
MS HB1020: Renames the Insurance Department Fund as the 'Insurance Department Fraud Detection Trust Fund', redesignates it as a special fund, and increases contribution caps.
Criminal offenses; enhance penalties for certain if artificial intelligence was used in the commission of.
This bill enhances penalties for AI-related offenses, adding at least one year to felonies with a minimum term of two years or more, and amends laws on child exploitation materials.
Artificial intelligence; prohibit use in provision of professional mental and behaioral health care.
The bill prohibits AI in mental health care, allowing it for administrative tasks with explicit consent for recorded sessions.
Mississippi Dyslexia Generative Artificial Intelligence Education and Workforce Development Act; create.
The bill creates a state-funded dyslexia curriculum and AI system to improve literacy outcomes in Mississippi's educational and workforce settings.
State institutions of higher learning; create grant program to assist with endowments to recruit and employ certain prof...
The bill establishes a grant program to assist Mississippi state institutions in recruiting professors of Quantum Computing and AI Engineering.
Artificial Intelligence Fraud and Accountability Act; enact.
The Artificial Intelligence Fraud and Accountability Act establishes legal remedies for victims of AI fraud in Mississippi.
Mississippians' Right to Name, Likeness and Voice Act; enact.
MS HB1504: Mississippians' Right to Name, Likeness and Voice Act
MS Artifical Intelligence and Stem Eduaction Act; create.
The Mississippi Artificial Intelligence and STEM Education Innovation Act authorizes AI use in public schools to enhance STEM education, with safeguards for student data privacy.
Mississippi Medical Judgement Protection Act; create.
MS HB1717: Mississippi Medical Judgement Protection Act; last action pending. Authorizes enforcement by licensing authorities, Department of Insurance, and Division of Medicaid, with specific delayed enforcement provisions. Requires tamper-resistant audit logs.
Fully autonomous vehicles; extend repealer on requirement that law enforcement interaction plan be submitted to DPS befo...
HB1770 extends the repealer from July 1, 2023, to July 1, 2025, on the requirement for a law enforcement interaction plan for autonomous vehicles. The bill is under consideration.
Mississippi Consumer Privacy Protection Act; create.
The Mississippi Consumer Privacy Protection Act grants consumers rights over their personal information, mandates data protection assessments, requires clear privacy notices, and includes specific disclosure requirements. It allows compliance with other laws and authorizes the Attorney General to provide relief and civil penalties for violations.
Insurance Department Fraud Detection Trust Fund; rename Insurance Department Fund and redesignate as a special fund.
HB986 proposed renaming and redesignating the Insurance Department Fund but died in committee.
Artifical intelligence; prohibit use of in professional mental and behavioral health care.
This bill prohibits the use of artificial intelligence in professional mental and behavioral health care in Mississippi, with exceptions for administrative tasks and informed consent requirements.
Artificial Intelligence Task Force; create and prescribe responsibilities of.
The bill creates the Artificial Intelligence Regulation Task Force to study AI applications, risks, and policy recommendations, reporting annually to the legislature.
Artificial Intelligence Task Force; create and prescribe responsibilities of.
The bill creates the Artificial Intelligence Regulation Task Force to evaluate AI applications and report findings annually to the Legislature.
MS Future Innovators Act; enact to require high-school computer science or CTE with embedded computer science course.
The MS Future Innovators Act requires high school students to earn credit in computer science or CTE with embedded computer science, starting with the 2027-2028 class, without replacing core math or science credits.
State institutions of higher learning; create grant program to assist with endowments to recruit and employ certain prof...
The bill establishes a grant program to assist Mississippi higher education institutions in recruiting professors of Quantum Computing and AI Engineering.
"Prohibition of Exploitation by Deepfakes Act"; enact.
The Prohibition of Exploitation by Deepfakes Act prohibits publishing non-consensual intimate visual depictions and morphed images, with exceptions for lawful disclosures.
Technology Innovation Fund; establish.
The bill creates a Technology Innovation Fund to support tech-driven projects, enhance service delivery, promote equitable access to technology, and improve cybersecurity in Mississippi.
"Ensuring Likeness, Voice and Image Security (ELVIS) Act of 2025"; enact to expand protections against artificial intell...
The ELVIS Act of 2025 establishes property rights over likeness, voice, and image, with rights descendible for ten years post-death and penalties for unauthorized use.
Artificial Intelligence in Education Task Force Act; enact.
The bill establishes an AI in Education Task Force to evaluate AI applications in K-12 education, develop policy recommendations, and gather input from various stakeholders.
Election crime; create for dissemination of a deep fake within 90 days of an election.
This bill criminalizes the dissemination of deep fakes within 90 days of an election if done with malicious intent and without consent, and allows specific parties to seek injunctive relief.
Political communication; require to contain disclaimer if generated by artificial intelligence algorithms.
This bill mandates disclaimers on political communications and campaign materials generated by AI algorithms in Mississippi, without specifying penalties for non-compliance.
Artificial intelligence; require disclosure when used in political advertisements.
This bill mandates disclosure of artificial intelligence use in political ads, defines related terms, and specifies penalties for non-compliance.
Mississippi Fully Autonomous Vehicle Enabling (MS FAVE) Act of 2023; establish to regulate operation of autonomous vehic...
The MS FAVE Act allows fully autonomous vehicles to operate on public roads without a human driver, under specific conditions, and exempts them from certain equipment requirements.
Transportation; allow and regulate autonomous vehicles.
The bill authorizes the operation of fully autonomous vehicles in Mississippi, defining requirements for their use, including achieving a minimal risk condition if the system fails.
City of Biloxi; authorize to establish "Biloxi Biometrics and Cybersecurity Center, Inc., a nonprofit corporation.
The City of Biloxi is authorized to establish a nonprofit corporation for biometrics and cybersecurity research, with funding from court judgments and an initial facility of 50,000 sq ft.
City of Biloxi; authorize to establish "Biloxi Biometrics and Cybersecurity Center, Inc.", a nonprofit corporation.
The bill authorizes Biloxi to create a nonprofit for biometrics and cybersecurity research, including a dedicated facility for development, and allows loans from court judgments.
Transportation; authorize the use of autonomous motor vehicles.
This bill authorizes the use of autonomous vehicles in Mississippi, defining relevant technologies and establishing safety requirements.
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