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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Bring Forward Section 9-3-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provides For The Supreme Court Districts, For Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Section 23-15-991, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provides For The Term Of Office Of Judges Of The Supreme Court, For Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Section 23-15-993, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provides For Election Procedure For The Judgeships Of The Supreme Court, For Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Section 41-73-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Creates The Mississippi Hospital Equipment And Facilities Authority, For Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Section 65-1-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Creates The State Highway Commission, For Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Section 77-1-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Creates The Public Service Commission, For Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, effective July 1, 2026, brings forward and makes available for amendment several existing Mississippi Code sections related to the structure and operation of state government. Specifically, it addresses the three Supreme Court districts and the election procedures and terms of office for Supreme Court judges, ensuring these provisions are current for potential legislative changes. Additionally, it brings forward the sections establishing the Mississippi Hospital Equipment and Facilities Authority, the State Highway Commission (now known as the Mississippi Transportation Commission), and the Public Service Commission, all of which are governmental bodies with specific responsibilities and compositions, including representation from the Supreme Court districts.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed As Amended (on 03/10/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB2138.xml |
| Committee Amendment No 1 | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/ham/SB2138_H_Cmte_Amend_01.htm |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2100-2199/SB2138PS.htm |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2100-2199/SB2138IN.htm |
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