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Introduced
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
In Committee
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 47-5-138, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Repeal The Provision Of Law That Prohibits Any Eligible Inmate, Whose Sentence Was Imposed After June 30, 1995, From Accruing Earned-time Allowance That Exceeds Fifteen Percent Of His Or Her Sentence; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill repeals a provision in Mississippi law that capped the amount of "earned-time allowance" an inmate could accrue to no more than fifteen percent (15%) of their sentence, specifically for sentences imposed after June 30, 1995. Earned-time allowance is a credit that inmates can receive for good behavior and performance, which can reduce the length of their sentence. The bill removes this fifteen percent limit, meaning eligible inmates sentenced after the specified date can now potentially earn more time off their sentence through good conduct, subject to other existing rules and regulations regarding earned-time programs.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0110.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0100-0199/HB0110IN.htm |
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