Senate approves limited liability incentive for organizations that adopt recognized cybersecurity standards

Feb 11, 2025

The Senate passed legislation that creates a rebuttable presumption in favor of covered public and private entities that adopt recognized cybersecurity standards. Sponsors said the measure incentivizes investment in security practices; senators questioned how compliance will be proved in court.

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The Mississippi Senate approved a bill designed to incentivize public and private organizations to adopt recognized cybersecurity standards by creating a legal presumption of compliance when those standards are followed.

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