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MS HB1055
Bill
Status
Failed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jill Ford
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AI Summary
- Requires wireless service providers to disclose cell phone location information to law enforcement agencies or 911 call centers upon request when responding to emergency services calls or situations involving risk of death or serious physical harm
- Grants wireless service providers immunity from legal claims when disclosing location information in good faith under this law
- Allows wireless service providers to establish their own voluntary protocols for disclosing call location information
- Requires the Mississippi Department of Public Safety to obtain and distribute contact information for all wireless providers operating in the state to every public safety answering point (911 center)
- Maintains existing confidentiality protections for 911 caller information, including name, address, and phone number, which can only be released pursuant to court order or subpoena
Legislative Description
Cell location information; require wireless service providers to disclose to law enforcement under certain circumstances.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Public Utilities1/16/2026
Full Bill Text
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