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Introduced
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
In Committee
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 9-21-43, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Specify The Sources Of Funding For The Civil Legal Assistance Fund; To Bring Forward Sections 25-7-9 And 25-7-13, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; To Reenact Sections 27-19-56.99 And 27-19-56.135, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Were Repealed By Section 29, Chapter 432, Laws Of 2018, Which Specify Chancery And Circuit Court Fees And Fees For Certain Specialized Motor Vehicle License Tags; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi law to specify the funding sources for the Civil Legal Assistance Fund, which provides legal services to low-income individuals. The fund will now be comprised of fees collected by chancery and circuit court clerks for civil filings, as well as fees from specialized motor vehicle license tags issued to supporters of the fund and attorneys. The bill also reenacts provisions related to fees for certain specialized license tags that had been repealed, ensuring their continued collection for various state funds, including the Civil Legal Assistance Fund. Additionally, it brings forward existing sections regarding chancery and circuit court fees for potential future amendments.
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/HB/HB0386.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0300-0399/HB0386IN.htm |
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