Notified of Return
HB 1152, the "Right to Try Medical Cannabis Act," creates a new pathway for Mississippi patients with chronic, progressive, severely disabling, or terminal illnesses not currently covered under the state’s medical cannabis program to access medical cannabis. It allows a patient’s treating doctor (physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant) to submit a petition to the State Department of Health detailing the diagnosis, treatment history, and rationale for cannabis use, including proof that conventional therapies were ineffective or unavailable. The State Health Officer makes the final, non-appealable decision within 45 days, and approved patients become eligible for a registry card but must undergo annual reevaluations by their provider. The bill does not expand existing qualifying conditions but adds this specific process for uncovered serious illnesses, with the Department retaining authority to limit cannabis type, form, or quantity for public health safety.
HB 895 extends the validity of medical cannabis certifications for patients from six months to 24 months, eliminating the mandatory follow-up visit requirement. It also extends registry ID card validity for patients to 24 months and for caregivers to five years. The bill removes THC potency limits for cannabis tinctures, oils, and concentrates. These changes directly affect Mississippi medical cannabis patients, their treating practitioners, and designated caregivers under the state's medical cannabis program.
This bill pauses the legislative deadlines for House Bill 938, which would extend the expiration of several laws related to youth court operations in Mississippi. The underlying act aims to keep in place rules about sharing youth court records, requiring intake officers to enter data into a state system, maintaining youth court support funding, and restricting access to that system for individuals convicted of sex offenses. It also extends a provision allowing parents to delegate child care powers to another person. By suspending these deadlines, the bill ensures that these specific policy changes can be fully considered and passed before they expire.
This Mississippi legislative resolution formally requests the U.S. Congress to convene a constitutional convention under Article V specifically to propose limits on how many terms members of Congress can serve. The bill affects only the state of Mississippi by submitting its application as one of the required two-thirds of state legislatures needed to trigger the national convention process. It does not create new laws or change current term limits but instead initiates a procedural step toward potentially amending the U.S. Constitution. The resolution specifies that this application covers only congressional term limits and will be combined with similar applications from other states once enough states have submitted requests.
This bill authorizes the City of Leland, Mississippi, to impose a 2% tax on hotels, motels, bars, and restaurants within city limits to fund tourism promotion and parks and recreation. The tax applies to gross proceeds from room rentals and sales of food and beverages, with specific definitions excluding certain facilities like hospitals and schools. Before the tax can take effect, the city must hold a public election where at least 60% of voters must approve the levy. All tax revenues must be tracked separately from general funds and audited annually by an independent accountant to ensure they are used only for the specified purposes.
This bill restores the right to vote to Gerald Laird, a resident of Jefferson Davis County who had previously been disenfranchised due to a 2003 robbery conviction. The legislation formally recognizes that Laird completed his sentence and probation by May 2009 and has since lived as a law-abiding citizen, meeting the state's requirements for voting rights restoration. Once enacted, the act immediately grants Laird full suffrage without additional conditions or waiting periods. This measure directly affects only the individual named in the bill and does not change Mississippi's general voting laws for other citizens.
This bill restores the right to vote to Frankie O'Neal Ward, Jr., a resident of Jefferson Davis County, Mississippi, who was previously disqualified from voting due to a criminal conviction. The legislation specifically addresses his 2002 conviction for armed robbery and grand larceny, noting that he completed all terms of his sentence and probation by 2016. The act takes effect on July 1, 2026, and does not alter any broader voting laws or eligibility criteria for other individuals.
This Senate Resolution honors Confederate Memorial Day and commemorates Mississippians who served and died during the American Civil War. It encourages citizens to reflect on the sacrifices made during that era and promotes unity and understanding among all people. The resolution also directs that the 1894 Mississippi State Flag be displayed on state buildings and grounds as a symbol of remembrance. This is a commemorative measure rather than a law that changes existing policies or creates new legal obligations.
This bill authorizes Lee County, Mississippi, to purchase radar speed detection equipment for use by the sheriff's department. The equipment would be used to enforce speed limits in school zones located on county roads and state highways outside city limits. A school zone is defined as areas near school buildings, grounds, or where school-related activities take place. The county board of supervisors must approve the purchase using available funds, and the sheriff and deputies would operate the radar devices to monitor vehicle speeds.
This bill restores the right to vote to Cleveland Stallworth of Jackson County, Mississippi, who had been disenfranchised due to past felony convictions. The legislation specifically addresses his criminal history, including convictions for robbery, drug possession, assault, burglary, and grand larceny, noting that he was released from parole in 2015 and has since lived as a law-abiding citizen. By passing this act, the Mississippi Legislature removes the legal barrier preventing Stallworth from participating in elections, allowing him to register and cast ballots. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and applies only to this individual without changing broader voting laws.
This Senate Resolution from Mississippi formally condemns the assassination of Charles "Charlie" Kirk and all forms of political violence. The bill directly affects the state legislature and calls for a public statement honoring Kirk's legacy while expressing condolences to his family. It does not create new laws or policies but instead serves as a symbolic gesture to denounce politically motivated violence and promote peaceful discourse. The resolution is transmitted to Kirk's family, state officials, and the press corps to publicly record the legislature's stance on the issue.
