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MS SB2040

MS SB2040
Visitors to correctional system facilities; provide procedure for approved offender visitation applications.


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Introduced
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/08/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 47-5-95, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Mississippi Department Of Corrections To Establish A Procedure For Approved Offender Visitation Applications Online; To Authorize The Department To Request Criminal Background Information Checks Of Visitor Applicants Prior To Approval; To Provide For Online Notification Of Decision Of Approval; To Provide For Scheduling Of Visitation; To Provide A Criminal Penalty For Making False Statements On Visitation Application Forms; And For Related Purposes.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)

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