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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 41-7-191, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The State Department Of Health To Issue A Certificate Of Need For The Construction Or Expansion Of Nursing Facility Beds Or The Conversion Of Other Beds To Nursing Facility Beds In Jones County, Not To Exceed Sixty Beds; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi Code Section 41-7-191 to allow the State Department of Health to issue a Certificate of Need (a permit required for certain healthcare facility projects) for the construction or expansion of nursing facility beds, or the conversion of existing beds to nursing facility beds, specifically in Jones County, with a limit of up to sixty (60) beds. This change is being made to address a specific need within that county, and the bill also waives certain requirements related to demonstrating the projected need for these beds as outlined in the State Health Plan.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
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/HB0009.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0001-0099/HB0009IN.htm |
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