Appointed state officers; provide for the removal of for certain forms of willful neglect.

SB 2273 would amend Mississippi law to allow removal of appointed state officers for specific willful neglect, such as ignoring court subpoenas, failing to repay misspent funds, or missing three consecutive meetings without justification. The bill establishes a process where the Governor, State Auditor, or legislature can file a complaint with the Attorney General, who would investigate and petition a court for removal after a hearing. If removed, officers would be barred from future executive branch appointments requiring gubernatorial nomination. The bill, introduced in 2026, died in committee and was never enacted.