MS HB279

Prohibits state employees from downloading or using TikTok or any successor application developed by ByteDance Limited on state-issued electronic devices used for work purposes.

Requires the Mississippi Department of Information Technology Services to develop standards and guidelines within 60 days for removing covered applications from state information technology systems, consistent with existing acceptable use policies.

Includes exceptions for law enforcement activities, national security interests, and security researchers, with requirements for state agencies to document risk mitigation actions for any authorized use.

Defines "covered application" as TikTok or any successor service by ByteDance Limited, and "state-issued devices" as laptops, cellular phones, tablets, and other wireless devices owned or leased by the state for conducting business.

Brings forward Section 25-53-191 regarding acceptable use policies for wireless communication devices issued to state employees, establishing baseline standards for all state agencies.