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died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 202: Income tax; provide a credit for taxpayers who claim a federal income child tax credit.

HB 202 creates a Mississippi state income tax credit of $1,200 per child for taxpayers who claim the federal child tax credit on their federal return. It directly affects Mississippi families with children who qualify for the federal credit but may not have received a state-level benefit. The credit can be carried forward for up to five years if not fully used in a single tax year. The bill takes effect January 1, 2026, and requires taxpayers to provide proof of their federal credit claim to the Mississippi Department of Revenue.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates $1,200 per child tax credit for qualifying Mississippi families, providing direct tax relief to middle/lower-income households claiming federal child tax credit.95% confidence
Omeria Scott (D)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 271: Appropriation; Holmes County Consolidated School District for expenses of consolidation.

HB 271 provides $300,000 in state funding to Holmes County Consolidated School District to cover costs associated with merging two existing school districts into a single countywide district, as required by Mississippi law. The funds, allocated from the State General Fund, are specifically for expenses related to the consolidation process during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This bill does not create new policies or rules but provides the necessary financial support for an existing legal mandate. The funding is intended to help Holmes County schools complete the consolidation transition efficiently.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $300k from State General Fund for required school consolidation costs, directly funding public education infrastructure as mandated by law.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides $300,000 state funding for required school district consolidation costs, directly advancing operational support under existing law.95% confidence
Bryant Clark (D)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 216: Appropriation; Employment Security for funding Summer Youth Employment Programs.

HB 216 appropriates $10 million from the state treasury to the Mississippi Department of Employment Security for summer youth employment programs during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The bill directly funds job opportunities for Mississippi youth through state-run programs, with funds distributed by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions. Key provisions include the specific funding amount, the designated recipient (Mississippi Department of Employment Security), and the fiscal year coverage. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and focuses solely on allocating existing funds without creating new programs or requirements.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $10M for youth employment programs, funding public service per bill's explicit allocation.95% confidence
Omeria Scott (D)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 268: Appropriation; Yazoo County for the Lake George Bridge Replacement Project.

HB 268 appropriates $6 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to Yazoo County's Board of Supervisors to help cover costs for the Lake George Bridge Replacement Project during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funds will be disbursed by the state treasurer upon proper county requests, directly supporting infrastructure work on the bridge in Yazoo County. This bill specifically targets the bridge replacement project without altering broader policies or creating new regulations. It takes effect on July 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesFunds essential infrastructure project via state appropriation, aligning with 'funds essential programs' indicator. No tax changes, but direct budget allocation supports public works spending within budget topic.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationDirectly appropriates $6M for bridge replacement infrastructure project, advancing transportation safety and maintenance per bill's purpose.95% confidence
Bryant Clark (D)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 204: Income tax; exclude overtime compensation from gross income.

HB 204 would amend Mississippi's tax code to exclude overtime pay from the definition of "gross income" for state income tax purposes. This change directly affects Mississippi workers who earn overtime compensation, reducing their taxable income by the amount of overtime earned. The bill specifically revises Section 27-7-15 of the Mississippi Code to remove overtime from the list of items included in gross income calculations. If enacted, it would lower the state income tax burden for eligible workers receiving overtime pay.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExcludes overtime from taxable income, reducing state tax burden for workers (middle/lower income), aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExcludes overtime pay from taxable income, directly increasing take-home pay for workers and reducing state tax burden on earned overtime compensation.95% confidence
Bryant Clark (D)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 257: Income tax; authorize credit for certain child care expenses, child care centers and child care center teachers and directors.

HB 257 creates multiple income tax credits in Mississippi to support child care access and providers. It allows eligible parents with children under 6 at certified child care centers to claim up to $750 per child annually (based on income limits). Child care centers qualify for credits up to $15,000 (standard) or $20,000 (comprehensive) based on enrolled children, while teachers/directors at these centers can claim $750-$1,000 annually. Donors to certified centers may also claim credits up to $5,000. All credits are refundable, meaning recipients can receive payments even if they owe no tax.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credits for child care expenses, providers, and staff, providing relief to families and funding public services through fiscal incentives.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides tax credits for child care centers and teachers, enhancing early education access and supporting educators, aligning with funding and access indicators.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentTax credits for child care teachers/directors ($750-$1,000 annually) directly support workers' income and provider stability, advancing labor & employment standards.90% confidence
Bryant Clark (D) · 1 co-sponsor
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 266: Appropriation; Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks for renovations and upgrades to Holmes County State Park.

HB 266 appropriates $10 million from the State General Fund to the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks for renovations and upgrades at Holmes County State Park in Lexington. The funding covers costs associated with park improvements during the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027). This bill directly affects Holmes County State Park operations and its visitors by enabling physical upgrades to the facility. The appropriation is structured as a standard budget allocation with specific funding sources and disbursement procedures outlined in the bill text.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $10M from State General Fund for park renovations, directly funding public infrastructure and services per budget allocation standards.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds park renovations at Holmes County State Park, supporting conservation and natural resource management through facility upgrades for public access to protected lands.85% confidence
Bryant Clark (D)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 267: Appropriation; Holmes County Consolidated School District for construction of a new high school.

HB 267 appropriates $20 million from Mississippi's State General Fund to Holmes County Consolidated School District for construction of a new high school. The funds cover costs associated with building the school during the 2026-2027 fiscal year (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). This is a direct state funding allocation for a specific school infrastructure project, with no broader policy changes or eligibility criteria specified.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirectly appropriates $20M from state funds for school infrastructure, increasing public spending on essential education services without tax changes.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationDirectly funds $20M for new high school construction, improving school infrastructure per bill summary.95% confidence
Bryant Clark (D)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 280: Sales tax; exempt sales of tangible personal property or services to the Lincoln Civic Center Foundation.

HB 280 exempts sales of tangible personal property or services to the Lincoln Civic Center Foundation from Mississippi's sales tax. This directly affects the Lincoln Civic Center Foundation and businesses selling to it, as these transactions will no longer be subject to state sales tax. The bill amends existing tax exemption law by adding the foundation to the list of qualifying organizations, which already includes hospitals, schools, and nonprofits.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts transactions to Lincoln Civic Center Foundation from sales tax, aligning with existing tax relief for nonprofits under Ways and Means.90% confidence
Becky Currie (R)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 290: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Pearl with improvements to city hall.

HB 290 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund repairs, renovations, and upgrades to the City of Pearl's city hall complex and related facilities. The bill directs that bond proceeds must be used exclusively for these specific improvements, with the state pledging its full faith and credit to repay the bonds. This provides direct financial assistance to Pearl's city government for infrastructure upgrades, funded through state bond sales rather than local taxes. The legislation establishes a special fund for these bonds and specifies they cannot be used for any purpose beyond the named city hall project.
Gene Newman (R)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 288: Alternative-fuel fueling stations; impose tax on motor vehicles charged at.

HB 288 imposes a $3.50 tax on each motor vehicle charged at electric vehicle charging stations in Mississippi, collected by station operators and remitted to the state. The revenue will be distributed to the same road maintenance and infrastructure funds as gasoline and diesel taxes, using the same allocation ratios as the previous fiscal year. It also increases the annual tax for electric vehicles from $150 to $225 starting July 2027, with inflation adjustments, while maintaining the current $75 annual tax for electric motorcycles. The bill affects electric vehicle charging station operators (who collect the tax) and electric vehicle owners (who pay the annual tax).
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes $3.50 tax on EV charging stations, directs revenue to road infrastructure funds like gas taxes, aligning EV usage with maintenance funding.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill increases EV annual tax from $150 to $225 and taxes EV charging stations, creating financial disincentives for EV adoption, opposing renewable energy growth.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs EV charging tax revenue to road maintenance funds, matching gasoline tax allocation, directly funding transportation infrastructure per summary.95% confidence
Gene Newman (R)
died · Mississippi · House Feb 25, 2026

HB 285: Bonds; authorize issuance to assist City of Pearl with installation of traffic signal at intersection of MS Highway 468 and Murray Drive.

HB 285 authorizes the State of Mississippi to issue general obligation bonds to fund a traffic signal installation at the intersection of Mississippi Highway 468 and Murray Drive in the City of Pearl. The bill creates a special fund to receive bond proceeds, which the city would use directly to cover construction and installation costs for the traffic signal. State bonds would be issued under standard procedures, backed by the full faith and credit of Mississippi, with repayment funded through state treasury reserves if needed. This is a funding mechanism for a specific local infrastructure project, not a policy change affecting broader traffic regulations.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes state bonds to fund traffic signal installation, enhancing road safety and infrastructure at a specific intersection.95% confidence
Gene Newman (R)
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