Maddy summaryHB 1534 redefines "clean energy" in Mississippi to include Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) from agricultural waste (like poultry litter and manure) and "Advanced Natural Gas" with carbon capture. It allows farmers to contribute to the energy grid via RNG and designates them as "Energy Harvest Partners," while requiring utilities to maintain affordable rates and protect natural gas infrastructure from mandatory retirement if it would raise costs or reduce reliability. The bill directly affects Mississippi's agricultural producers (especially poultry/livestock), utilities, and ratepayers, with implementation beginning July 1, 2026. It aims to support farm-based energy production without increasing consumer costs or compromising grid stability.
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Maddy summaryHB 378 would require businesses in Mississippi offering automatic renewal or continuous service subscriptions to clearly disclose all terms (including pricing after trials) before you subscribe, obtain your explicit permission before charging your card, and provide simple, one-click online cancellation options with prominent links or buttons. Businesses must also send advance notices (3-45 days before renewal) detailing renewal terms and cancellation methods, and notify consumers of any major changes to service terms. This applies to any business selling subscriptions or ongoing services that automatically renew without explicit consumer action. The bill aims to prevent surprise charges and simplify cancellation for consumers.
Maddy summaryHB 379 would create a program for the Mississippi State Department of Health to screen and approve the retail sale of products containing substances with potential for recreational use or abuse, such as bath salts, kratom, and tianeptine. The State Health Officer would decide whether to allow such products based on available evidence, and manufacturers could appeal denials to the State Board of Health within 30 days. The bill requires the department to develop implementing rules and ensures local governments' existing or new restrictions on these products remain in effect. This legislation would take effect on July 1, 2026, if passed.
Maddy summaryHB 519 would allow mobile sports betting through apps and websites by defining "digital platforms" (such as websites or mobile apps) that operate sports pools or race books online. The bill revises licensing fees to be based on a platform's total revenue and removes a ban on fantasy contests using college sports performance. It directly affects sports betting operators, the Mississippi Gaming Commission (which would regulate these platforms), and the state (through revised fee structures). The bill died in committee in February 2026 and did not become law.
Maddy summaryHB 863 adds kratom to Schedule III of Mississippi's Uniform Controlled Substances Act. This makes kratom a controlled substance under state law, subjecting it to regulations on possession, sale, and distribution similar to other Schedule III substances. The bill directly affects individuals and businesses handling kratom within Mississippi, requiring compliance with controlled substance laws. It does not address medical uses or penalties but establishes kratom's legal classification under state drug policy.
Maddy summaryHB 1535 (the BEAM Act) revises Mississippi's broadband funding program by updating definitions and application requirements for the Office of Broadband Expansion and Accessibility (BEAM). It clarifies who qualifies as an "eligible broadband service provider" (e.g., companies with 3+ years of service in Mississippi) and requires applicants to prove their technical/financial capability, demonstrate underserved communities, and detail project costs and community benefits. Key provisions mandate applicants to submit evidence of unserved areas, projected household access, community support, and a business plan - while prohibiting fund use for operational expenses. The bill also blocks funding for projects overlapping with existing or near-term broadband deployments by other providers.
Maddy summaryHB 1703 modifies Mississippi's telephone solicitation law to allow telemarketers to contact individuals about Medicare Advantage or Supplement plans under two specific conditions: if the person has an established business relationship with the solicitor, or if they previously requested a call about these plans. The bill removes a prior prohibition against such calls (in Section 83-9-110) and clarifies exemptions for insurance agents. It directly affects Medicare plan providers and their telemarketing representatives by expanding permitted contact methods. The law does not change general "no-call" rules for other products but specifically adjusts requirements for Medicare-related solicitations.
Maddy summaryHB 35 is an appropriation bill that allocates state funds for Mississippi's legislative operations during fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026). It directly funds salaries, travel, and daily allowances for House and Senate members, contingent operating funds for both chambers, and expenses for key legislative committees - including the Joint Legislative Budget Committee, Performance Evaluation Committee, and Reapportionment Committee. The bill also covers assessments for interstate organizations like the Southern States Energy Board and allocates $2.4 million for computer systems upgrades for the Budget Committee. As a procedural funding measure, it does not create new policies but ensures existing legislative bodies have resources for their mandated duties.
Maddy summaryHB 40 reappropriates existing state funds for construction and renovation projects at Mississippi state agencies, universities, community colleges, and facilities like water treatment plants. It renews authorization for unused funds from prior fiscal years (up to $175 million total), specifically for projects previously approved under bills like HB 1816 (2024) and HB 1643 (2023). The bill does not create new funding but allows agencies to spend leftover money from the previous year on the same projects they were originally intended for. It explicitly states that spending cannot exceed the unspent balance as of June 30, 2025, and cannot change the original project purpose. This is a procedural budget adjustment, not a new policy.
Maddy summaryHB 32 appropriates $46.39 million (split between $33.89 million general funds and $12.50 million special funds) for Mississippi's Attorney General's Office for fiscal year 2026. It directly affects the Attorney General's operations by funding salaries, staffing headcounts (91 permanent, 209 time-limited positions), and operational expenses. Key provisions strictly limit "Personal Services" spending to $30.72 million for salaries and fringe benefits, prohibit using funds for promotions or salary increases beyond budgeted amounts, and require compliance with Mississippi's Variable Compensation Plan. The bill mandates detailed financial reporting and ties funding to specific performance metrics like criminal conviction affirmations (target: 93%).