Senate approves IT optimization and creates state security operations center under ITS
Feb 4, 2026
Feb 4, 2026
Lawmakers approved an IT Optimization Act to reduce duplication across agencies and a companion bill to establish a State Security Operations Center under ITS for centralized cyber monitoring and response; sponsors cited potential cost savings and workforce benefits.
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The Mississippi Senate passed two related measures to consolidate and strengthen the state's information technology and cybersecurity posture.
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