SB 2427 clarifies Mississippi's existing prohibition against discharging firearms on streets, roads, highways, levees, or railroad right-of-ways to align with constitutional interpretations from *District of Columbia v. Heller* (2008) and *New York Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen* (2022). It defines "right-of-way" and specifies that misdemeanor penalties (fines up to $500 or up to 6 months in jail) apply when discharging firearms in these areas, excluding law enforcement on duty and lawful self-defense. The bill explicitly states that possessing a firearm in a vehicle or accessing off-road sites is not a violation. As a procedural clarification of existing law (not a new restriction), it died in committee and was never enacted.
SB 2412 is a procedural bill that moves Section 25-31-5 of the Mississippi Code (which specifies staffing levels for legal assistants in circuit courts) to a new location in the code for potential future amendment. It restates current authorized numbers (e.g., 10 legal assistants in the First Circuit, 14 in the Seventh) and includes future adjustments like increasing the Ninth Circuit to 4 assistants by 2027. The bill also clarifies that additional staff may be funded through county resolutions, federal grants, or other sources, with reporting requirements for district attorneys. The bill died in committee in February 2026 and did not become law.
SB 2405 requires registered lobbyists in Mississippi to disclose in their annual registration statements whether they represent a "foreign adversary" client. A "foreign adversary" is defined as a foreign government or entity designated as such by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce. This disclosure would apply to all lobbyists working with clients meeting this definition, including foreign governments, political parties, or organizations based in adversarial nations. The bill amends existing lobbying disclosure laws to add this specific requirement, aiming to increase transparency around foreign influence efforts.
SB 2434 would have authorized Mississippi's Pat Harrison Waterway District to offer discounts on park, campground, and recreational facility fees to active-duty military, reserves, National Guard members, and veterans. The district's board would have set the discount rates and eligibility rules. This bill directly affected military members seeking reduced costs for using the district's recreational areas. The bill died in committee in February 2026 and did not become law.
SB 2449 requires a Health Care Certificate of Need (CON) from Mississippi's State Department of Health before adding beds to a community living program for developmentally disabled adults in Madison County. This bill specifically targets expansions of existing programs serving this population, mandating approval before increasing bed capacity. The key mechanism is adding this program type to Mississippi’s existing Certificate of Need system, which regulates healthcare facility expansions to prevent oversupply. It directly affects community living programs operating in Madison County that serve developmentally disabled adults seeking additional beds.
SB 2455, titled the "Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act," focuses on administrative and operational rules for medical cannabis establishments rather than removing potency limits as its title suggests. The bill requires background checks for all medical cannabis workers, sets age and felony restrictions for employees, and mandates facility security and record-keeping procedures. It maintains a 30% THC potency limit for cannabis products but adds labeling requirements for products exceeding this threshold (e.g., "extremely potent" labels) and specifies dispensing limits (24 MMCEUs per 30 days for cardholders). The bill directly affects licensed medical cannabis businesses, their employees, and patients using the state’s medical program.
SB 2394, a proposed Mississippi bill, would allow home-based food sellers to increase their annual sales limit from an unspecified lower amount to $120,000 without needing a full food establishment permit. It requires all cottage food sellers to complete certified food safety training (with existing sellers having until October 2026 to comply) and lists specific approved foods like baked goods, jams, dried spices, and wine. The bill also mandates detailed product labeling, prohibits direct online sales (though advertising online is allowed), and exempts homemade wine sold through cottage food operations from certain local restrictions. This bill, which died in committee in February 2026, would have directly affected small home-based food businesses operating within Mississippi.
SB 2400 amends Mississippi law to set a $84 daily compensation rate for commissioners of the Tishomingo County Water District, matching the existing rate for several Hancock County water districts. It directly affects Tishomingo County Water District commissioners who attend board meetings, ensuring they receive consistent pay with other similar districts. The bill specifies this rate applies per meeting attended (regular or special), with reimbursement for necessary expenses as outlined in existing law. The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and will not become law.
SB 2439 consolidates Mississippi's separate State Board of Cosmetology and Board of Barber Examiners into a single State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering. It directly affects cosmetology and barbering professionals by changing how their licensing board is structured and operated. Key provisions include creating a 7-member board (6 appointed by the Governor with 3 from each profession, plus the State Health Officer), setting specific appointment terms based on Supreme Court districts, requiring 10 years of licensed practice for members, and establishing an executive director role. The bill reorganized existing code sections (73-7-1 through 73-7-37) to reflect this unified structure, though it died in committee in 2026 without becoming law.
SB 2440 consolidates Mississippi's separate State Board of Cosmetology and Board of Barber Examiners into a single State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering. The bill establishes a 7-member board (3 cosmetology professionals, 3 barbering professionals, and the State Health Officer) with specific appointment rules, staggered initial terms based on Supreme Court districts, and eligibility requirements including 10 years of licensed practice. It reorganizes existing code sections to define key terms like "barbering" and "cosmetology" for regulatory purposes, clarifying which services fall under the board's jurisdiction. The bill did not create new licensing rules or fees but restructured the governing body for these professions. (Note: The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and did not become law.)
SB 2460 would create a Mississippi state program providing an additional $100 monthly food assistance supplement to residents aged 65 or older who receive federal food stamps. The bill directs the Department of Human Services to establish and fund this program, with eligibility limited to elderly recipients. It specifies that the supplemental aid is in addition to existing federal benefits and requires the department to create rules for administration. The bill died in committee in February 2026 and was never enacted.
SB 2431 creates a scholarship program waiving tuition for Mississippi combat veterans at state universities and community colleges. It directly affects veterans who are Mississippi residents, honorably discharged, qualify for in-state tuition, and lack federal educational benefits, requiring either combat service (with a campaign medal) or a 10%+ service-connected disability. The program provides free tuition for "one month for each month served" in combat, covering up to four academic years annually, funded by a $500,000 yearly appropriation into the Combat Veteran Scholarship Fund. The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and would have taken effect July 1, 2026.
