Mississippi Bills

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 112: Income tax; provide a credit for taxpayers who claim a federal earned income tax credit.

HB 112 creates a refundable state income tax credit equal to 10% of the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) claimed on a taxpayer's federal return. It directly affects Mississippi taxpayers who qualify for the federal EITC, allowing them to receive a state credit that may result in a refund if it exceeds their state tax liability. To claim the credit, taxpayers must first claim the federal EITC and submit their federal return and required documentation to the Mississippi Department of Revenue. The credit becomes effective January 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1806: Bonds; authorize issuance of to assist Town of Marion with road improvements.

HB 1806 authorizes Mississippi to issue state-issued bonds to fund road improvements at the intersection of Dale Drive and NE Industrial Park Drive in Marion. The bonds, backed by the full credit of the State of Mississippi, will provide direct financial assistance to the Town of Marion for construction, upgrades, or other work at that specific location. Proceeds from the bond sales must be used exclusively for these road projects and related costs, with interest payments and bond maturity terms defined by the legislation. The bill does not change tax rates or involve new state infrastructure projects beyond this targeted location.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1808: Sales tax; exempt retail sales of menstrual hygiene products.

HB 1808 exempts the retail sale of menstrual hygiene products (such as pads and tampons) from Mississippi's state sales tax. This policy change directly affects consumers who purchase these essential items, removing a financial burden on individuals who menstruate. The bill amends Mississippi's tax code by adding menstrual hygiene products to the list of exempt items under Section 27-65-111, alongside existing exemptions like medicines and certain educational materials. This creates a concrete policy change where these products are no longer subject to the state sales tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1807: Appropriation; Town of Marion for constructing and making improvements at and near a certain intersection.

HB 1807 appropriates $1.8 million from the state general fund to the Town of Marion for road improvements at the Dale Drive and NE Industrial Park Drive intersection. The funds will cover construction, lane additions, and other upgrades at that specific location during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This is a funding bill with no policy changes, solely providing state financial support for local infrastructure work.

Topics ✓ Transportation

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1810: "Mississippi Human Capital Supplemental Tax Act"; create.

HB 1810, the "Mississippi Human Capital Supplemental Tax Act," imposes a tax on Mississippi businesses with 50+ employees that displace workers through AI implementation. The tax rate increases based on displaced positions: $5,000 per position for the first 10, $7,500 for positions 11-50, and $10,000 for 51+, phased in over three years. Employers can reduce their tax liability by claiming credits for retraining displaced workers (up to $7,500 per worker) or creating new AI-related jobs (up to $3,000 per new position). The bill establishes the "Mississippi Workforce Transition and Development Fund" to finance skills training, apprenticeships, job placement, and support services for affected workers, funded by the tax revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Technology

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1809: Appropriation; IHL for behavioral threat assessment and violence-prevention pilot program.

HB 1809 appropriates $1.45 million from the state general fund to fund a pilot program at Mississippi's state-supported public universities for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill requires universities to use these funds to implement evidence-based behavioral threat assessment systems, train staff, and integrate these tools with existing campus safety and support services. It mandates that participating universities coordinate with campus police, counseling services, and student affairs offices to establish standardized threat assessment practices. The program will be evaluated by December 2027, with the Board of Trustees required to report on funding use, participation, safety impacts, and recommendations for potential expansion.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare

died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 1812: Appropriation; Community College Board for behavioral threat assessment and violence-prevention pilot program.

HB 1812 appropriates $1.45 million from the State General Fund to the Mississippi Community College Board for a pilot program at all state-supported community colleges. The program funds evidence-based behavioral threat assessment tools, staff training, and integration with campus safety and mental health services to prevent violence and improve crisis response. It requires colleges to coordinate with campus police and counseling offices, track program use, and report results to legislators by December 2027. The pilot aims to standardize threat assessment practices across colleges, reducing unnecessary disciplinary actions while protecting campus safety.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 16, 2026

SB 2660: Catfish; classify those in the Mississippi River as a game fish and require certain daily harvest and length limits for.

This bill classifies wild catfish caught in the Mississippi River (including channel, blue, flathead, and bullhead species) as game fish under Mississippi law. It requires the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks to establish daily harvest limits (max one catfish over 34 inches per day) and length restrictions for these fish. The rules apply to both recreational and commercial harvesters of wild river catfish but explicitly exclude farm-raised catfish. The law directs the department to create specific regulations for these protections.

Topics ✓ Environment

died · Mississippi · House Feb 16, 2026

HB 1729: MHP facility in Jackson, MS; authorize DFA to sell or lease for redevelopment.

HB 1729 authorizes Mississippi's Department of Finance and Administration to sell or lease the Highway Safety Patrol headquarters facility (10.17 acres at 1900 East Woodrow Wilson Avenue in Jackson) for private redevelopment. The property must be redeveloped exclusively as a hotel, restaurant, or both, with the purchaser/lessee covering all site development costs including demolition of unused structures. The bill requires sales to meet fair market value (via two appraisals) and leases to match fair market rental value with periodic adjustments, while mandating consideration of impacts on nearby medical centers (UMMC and VA) and compliance with local zoning. The state retains all mineral rights, and the process includes public advertising, proposal evaluations, and requirements for financial documentation.

died · Mississippi · Senate Feb 16, 2026

SB 2629: Memorial highways; designate a segment of Mississippi Hwy 32 in Calhoun County as the "Joe Tunnel Memorial Highway."

SB 2629 designates a one-mile segment of Mississippi Highway 32 in Calhoun County (starting at Bruce's eastern city limits) as the "Joe Tunnel Memorial Highway." The bill requires the Mississippi Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs along this segment, effective July 1, 2026. This is a commemorative measure with no policy changes or direct impact on residents, businesses, or state programs - its sole purpose is to honor a local landmark or individual through highway naming.

died · Mississippi · House Feb 16, 2026

HB 362: Money transmission fees; require money transmitters to collect on certain transfers.

HB 362 requires money transmitters (like Western Union or similar services) to collect a $5 fee for each international transfer of $500 or less, plus 1% for amounts over $500. It exempts transfers funded through U.S. banks, credit/debit cards, or domestic transfers. Customers who pay the fee can claim a tax credit on their Mississippi income tax return by providing a Social Security or Tax ID number, which the state will verify using data from transmitters. The bill takes effect July 2026 for fee collection and January 2026 for the tax credit, with license suspensions for non-compliance.

died · Mississippi · House Feb 16, 2026

HB 1652: Local Improvement Projects; require return of unexpended funds and earned interest.

HB 1652 requires Mississippi municipalities and counties to return leftover funds and earned interest from certain local improvement projects to the state's Capital Expense Fund. It sets deadlines: unspent funds must be returned within 30 days if no project agreement exists, or within three years (with a possible six-month extension) after an agreement is signed. If funds aren't returned, the state can withhold 10% of future sales tax payments to the entity until the funds are recovered. This bill updates existing state laws to enforce these return requirements and recovery procedures for funds originally allocated under Chapter 102, Laws of 2021.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

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