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SN 98

Mark Edsel Henderson, Kiln, Mississippi, Information Technology Services Authority, five year term beginning January 21, 2025 and ending June 30, 2029.

2025 Regular Session

Senate confirms Mark Edsel Henderson to Mississippi Information Technology Services Authority board for five-year term beginning January 2025.

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Bill Summary · SN 98

Legislative bill overview

Bill SN 98 is a gubernatorial appointment confirmation for Mark Edsel Henderson of Kiln, Mississippi to serve on the Information Technology Services Authority for a five-year term from January 21, 2025 through June 30, 2029. The bill went through standard Senate confirmation procedures and was approved in early April 2025.

Why is this important

The Information Technology Services Authority oversees IT governance and strategic technology initiatives for Mississippi state government. Board appointments ensure institutional continuity and influence how the state manages digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and technology spending across agencies.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public information: The bill provides no details about Henderson's qualifications, experience, or background that would allow constituents to evaluate his fitness for the role
  • Limited transparency: No committee hearing records, testimony, or voting records are referenced, raising questions about the depth of vetting
  • Term length: The five-year term with a mid-year end date (June 30, 2029) creates an unusually short initial appointment compared to standard four or six-year cycles

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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