Medicaid; authorize liquidated damages in requests for proposals; bring forward provision related to.

SB 2053 would require Mississippi's Medicaid agency to set fixed pre-set amounts that entities must pay if they challenge a rejected proposal and lose in court. It also mandates that these entities cover all legal costs, including fees and bond premiums, if Medicaid prevails. The bill applies to all contractors or organizations bidding on Medicaid contracts, affecting those competing for state healthcare service agreements. The legislation died in committee in February 2025 and was never enacted.