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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 3-3-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Designate June 19 As "juneteenth Freedom Day"; To Specifically Provide That Juneteenth Freedom Day Shall Not Be A Legal Holiday, But Shall Be A Day To Commemorate Freedom From Slavery At No Expense To The State; To Provide When A Legal Holiday Will Be Celebrated If The Holiday Falls On A Saturday Or Sunday; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill designates June 19th as "Juneteenth Freedom Day" in Mississippi, commemorating the date in 1865 when enslaved African Americans learned of their freedom. Importantly, this day will not be a legal holiday, meaning state employees will not receive a paid day off, and it will be observed at no expense to the state. The bill also clarifies that if any existing legal holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the following Monday, or another day proclaimed by the Governor, will be observed as the legal holiday.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0247.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0200-0299/HB0247IN.htm |
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