Maddy summaryHB 1758 requires Mississippi's Child Protection Services (CPS) to identify foster youth eligible for federal benefits (like Social Security or veterans' benefits) within 60 days of entering care and apply for them. CPS must manage these funds through a savings plan, using them only for unmet needs beyond standard care (not for CPS costs), and create an annual accounting. The bill mandates a "Success Sequence" plan where foster youth access portions of conserved funds upon achieving milestones like high school graduation, job training, or financial literacy completion. Upon turning 18 or emancipation, CPS transfers remaining funds directly to the youth. This directly affects foster youth in Mississippi’s CPS system, ensuring they retain access to earned federal benefits for future independence.
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Maddy summaryMississippi's HB 1072 creates a voluntary program allowing hiring parties (like companies or clients) to contribute funds to portable benefit accounts owned by independent contractors. These accounts fund specific benefits such as health, disability, or retirement insurance, with contributions either paid directly by the hiring party or withheld from contractor payments (with written opt-in consent). Hiring parties can deduct 100% of contributions as a business expense, and contractors can exclude those contributions from their taxable income. The bill explicitly states that these contributions do not change a contractor's classification as an independent worker under employment laws.
Maddy summaryHB 991 allows used motor vehicle parts dealers and scrap metal processors to use a third-party registration system approved by the state instead of the Mississippi Department of Revenue's automated statewide vehicle registration system. This change applies specifically to businesses needing to comply with Section 63-21-39(1)(a) regarding registration requirements. The bill does not create new obligations but offers an alternative compliance method, requiring third-party systems to meet department standards. It takes effect July 1, 2026, and directly affects these two business types in Mississippi.
Maddy summaryHB 4008 appropriates $10 million from the State General Fund to Rankin County's Board of Supervisors to assist with construction costs for a bridge over the Meridian Speedway railroad on Highway 18. The funds are specifically for the fiscal year 2026-2027 (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027) and will be paid by the State Treasurer upon proper requisitions. This bill directly affects Rankin County by providing state funding for a local infrastructure project to replace a railroad crossing with a bridge. The bill does not alter laws or create new regulations - its sole purpose is to allocate state funds for this specific construction.
Maddy summaryHB 1868 increases the property tax homestead exemption for Mississippi homeowners aged 65 or older or who are totally disabled. The bill amends Section 27-33-75 to raise the exemption amount based on the assessed value of a home, using a tiered table (e.g., $6 for $1-$150 value, increasing to $300 for values over $7,350). This exemption reduces ad valorem taxes on the home's assessed value, split equally between school district and county general fund taxes. It directly affects qualifying seniors and disabled homeowners by lowering their annual property tax burden. The change applies to all eligible homeowners who meet the age or disability criteria under the existing homestead exemption rules.
Maddy summaryHB 4009 exempts admissions charged for athletic games or contests between universities or colleges from Mississippi's 7% sales tax. This directly affects colleges and universities that charge admission to intercollegiate sporting events. The bill amends Mississippi's tax code to explicitly include these admissions under the existing exemption listed in Section 27-65-22(3)(c), removing them from the standard sales tax calculation. The change applies only to admissions for games between educational institutions, not to professional sports or other event types covered under separate exemptions.
Maddy summaryHB 482 authorizes Mississippi to issue state general obligation bonds to fund the construction, equipment, and improvements needed for a new infectious disease testing lab at the Mississippi Blood Services Building in Flowood. The lab will be operated by the Mississippi Organ Recovery Agency (MORA), directly supporting its mission to process organ donations safely. The bill establishes a special fund to disburse bond proceeds specifically for this facility, with the state pledging full credit to repay the bonds. This is a funding mechanism for a physical infrastructure project, not a policy change affecting broader public health regulations.
Maddy summaryHB 990 creates a state income tax credit for Mississippi businesses that make voluntary cash contributions to qualifying rural hospitals (defined as licensed hospitals with 50 or fewer beds). Businesses can claim a credit equal to 75% of their annual tax liability, limited to the amount contributed, with unused credits carried forward for up to five years. Contributions cannot be claimed as both a tax credit and a deduction, and the total credits issued annually cannot exceed $15 million. The credit expires after December 31, 2030.
Maddy summaryHB 989 creates income tax and ad valorem tax credits for Mississippi taxpayers who make voluntary cash contributions to qualifying rural hospitals. It allows up to 75% of a taxpayer’s income tax liability or 50% of their property tax bill to be offset by contributions, with a $15 million annual cap on total credits. Contributions must be cash (not goods/services), hospitals must meet federal rural criteria (≤200 beds in designated rural counties), and credits cannot be combined with state tax deductions for the same contribution. Unused credits may be carried forward for five years, and the program expires after December 31, 2040, with implementation starting January 1, 2026.
Maddy summaryHB 1522 revises the information required to be included in mortgage origination agreements for borrowers in Mississippi. It mandates that lenders provide specific statements, including details about bond coverage, protection under Mississippi's S.A.F.E. Mortgage Act, and how to file complaints with the Department of Banking. The bill also specifies documents lenders must retain in borrower and servicer files, such as loan applications, closing statements, and appraisals. These changes clarify that state requirements do not override federal disclosure rules for mortgage loans. The provisions will take effect on July 1, 2026.