SB 2391 would have extended Mississippi's Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act to cover firetrucks purchased by public fire departments. It defined "public vehicle" as firetrucks and "public consumer" as paid or volunteer fire departments operating under government contracts. The bill amended the law to include these entities within existing warranty protections, ensuring fire departments could seek replacements or refunds for defective firetrucks under the same terms as private vehicle buyers. However, the bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and did not become law.
SB 2374, the "Ending Agency Overreach Act," would change how Mississippi courts review state agency decisions. It requires courts to interpret agency rules and statutes "from scratch" (de novo) instead of deferring to agency interpretations, and prohibits civil penalties in enforcement cases unless a jury trial occurs first. The bill also extends the deadline for challenging agency rules to one year after the affected person or business suffers harm. It directly affects state agencies, businesses, and individuals facing enforcement actions, and would have taken effect in 2026. However, the bill died in committee in February 2026 and did not become law.
SB 2407 establishes a committee to examine how Mississippi allocates sales tax revenue between the state Department of Revenue and local municipalities. The committee will review current practices, assess financial impacts on cities, analyze technology for accurate distribution, and evaluate oversight mechanisms. Composed of 11 members including state officials, municipal representatives, and business leaders, it must submit recommendations to the legislature by December 1, 2026. The bill creates a study body with no immediate policy changes, focusing solely on gathering data and developing potential reforms.
SB 2389 would expand Mississippi Medicaid eligibility to include low-income adults who qualify under the federal Affordable Care Act (ACA), specifically those with incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty level who are currently excluded from Mississippi Medicaid. The bill amends state law to automatically include these individuals in Medicaid coverage and requires that they receive essential health benefits. This change would allow eligible adults to enroll directly in Medicaid instead of navigating the ACA marketplace. The bill died in committee in 2026 and did not become law.
SB 2430 would have amended Mississippi law to provide full-time Mississippi National Guard members with free resident lifetime hunting and fishing licenses. It requires applicants to submit current National Guard membership documentation to qualify, waiving the standard $500-$1,000 fee. The bill specifically affects active-duty Mississippi National Guard personnel, not other veterans or residents. It died in committee in February 2026 and never took effect, despite a planned July 1, 2026, implementation date.
SB 2379 allows Mississippi legislators to inspect a child's youth court records if the child's parent, guardian, or custodian provides written consent. This bill amends existing confidentiality rules to specifically authorize legislative access under this condition, requiring minimum standards for the written consent form. It directly affects children involved in youth court cases and their families, as it adds a new pathway for legislative review of records previously protected under strict confidentiality. The bill does not change other existing restrictions on record disclosure or override current privacy protections.
SB 2382 prohibits Mississippi state agencies and local governments from entering contracts that discriminate against knife businesses (like manufacturers, distributors, or trade associations) or restrict citizens' rights to possess, carry, or own knives. It requires government contracts to include written verification that the company won’t discriminate against knife entities, and creates a civil lawsuit option for individuals harmed by violating government rules. The bill exempts law enforcement from knife regulations when officers use knives in their official duties. This legislation directly affects knife industry businesses and government procurement practices, aiming to prevent restrictions on knife-related activities through contractual and regulatory changes.
SB 2438 would expand Mississippi's medical cannabis program to allow patients with specific debilitating conditions (such as chronic pain, cancer, or PTSD) to use medical cannabis when conventional treatments have been ineffective, as certified by a doctor. The bill requires a formal doctor-patient relationship involving in-person assessments, documentation, and follow-up care before authorization. It revises definitions to clarify who qualifies as a "qualifying patient" and specifies what medical cannabis products are covered. This change would directly affect patients who have exhausted standard treatment options and seek alternative medical care.
SB 2461 requires Mississippi's Department of Human Services to provide childcare and transportation assistance to TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) applicants during mandatory initial meetings, including application processing, job-readiness classes, and orientation sessions. This directly affects low-income families applying for TANF benefits who face barriers like childcare costs or transportation expenses. The bill's key provision removes financial obstacles to attending these required meetings, ensuring applicants can participate without incurring additional costs. The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and was not enacted.
SB 2459 creates a $150 million Mississippi Hospital Recovery Trust Fund to provide grants to public hospitals in Mississippi facing high financial risk - such as nearing closure due to high debt, large uninsured patient populations, or insufficient cash reserves. Eligible hospitals must apply with documentation of their financial risk, and the Department of Finance and Administration must approve applications and distribute grants within five business days. Priority for larger grants is given to hospitals at immediate risk of closing and critical to their communities, with annual reports required to the legislature on grant usage. The program, set to begin July 1, 2026, aims to help these hospitals remain operational and continue serving their communities.
Mississippi's SB 2423, the "Mississippi Sick and Safe Leave Act," would require most employers to provide employees with earned paid sick leave. Specifically, employees would accrue one hour of paid leave for every 30 hours worked, with a maximum of 40 hours per year, usable for personal health needs, caring for family members (as broadly defined), or addressing domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. The bill prohibits retaliation against employees who use this leave and mandates employers to notify new hires about their rights under the law. Administered by the Mississippi Department of Employment Security, the act establishes a baseline standard but allows employers to offer more generous policies.
SB 2413 establishes Mississippi's "Disabled Veteran and Dependents Patriot Scholarship Program," providing tuition and fee waivers at state colleges and universities for eligible veterans and their families. It directly affects disabled veterans (with 40%+ service-connected disability, POW/MIA status, or death in service) and their dependents (spouses, children, or stepchildren), covering in-state tuition, required books, and fees up to state limits. Key provisions include residency requirements, benefit durations (5 years for 100% disabled veterans' dependents, 3 years for 40-90% disabled veterans' spouses), and new 2026 rules requiring FAFSA submission and a $2,000 semester cap on fees. The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and was never enacted.
