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MS SB2029
MS SB2029Divorce; authorize a court to grant when it is determined that a marriage is irretrievably broken.
summary
Introduced
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 93-5-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Requirement Of Willful And Obstinate From The Ground Of Divorce For Desertion; To Provide An Additional Ground Of Divorce When The Court Finds There Has Been An Irretrievable Breakdown Of The Marriage And That Further Attempts At Reconciliation Are Impractical Or Futile And Not In The Best Interests Of The Parties Or Family; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi law to allow courts to grant divorces when a marriage is found to be irretrievably broken, meaning further attempts at reconciliation are impractical, futile, and not in the best interest of the parties or family. This adds a new, thirteenth ground for divorce, alongside existing reasons such as adultery, desertion, and incurable mental illness. The bill also removes the requirement for desertion to be "willful and obstinate," simplifying that specific ground for divorce.
Committee Categories
Justice
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/SB/SB2029.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2001-2099/SB2029IN.htm |
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