Mississippi
Bitcoin States
Mississippi introduced the Blockchain Basics Act in 2024, establishing legal definitions for digital assets and creating a regulatory framework for blockchain-based activities in the state. Mississippi has also seen growing Bitcoin mining interest, particularly from operators seeking affordable electricity in rural areas. The state legislature has shown increasing openness to Bitcoin as an emerging asset class.
Details
- State
- Mississippi
- Region
- South
- Status
- in_committee
- Income Tax
- Yes
- Legislation
- Blockchain Basics Act (2024)
- Abbreviation
- MS
- Bitcoin Mining Rights
- Yes
- Bitcoin Friendly Score
- medium
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