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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 33-1-21, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Increase The Amount Of Military Leave For Training Authorized For Officers And Employees Of Any Department, Agency, Or Institution Of The State Of Mississippi, Or Of Any County, Municipality, Or Other Political Subdivision; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill increases the authorized military leave for training for officers and employees of Mississippi state government, counties, municipalities, and other political subdivisions from fifteen (15) days to thirty (30) days per year, allowing them to attend training without losing pay, annual leave, or their efficiency rating. This change applies to members of reserve components of the U.S. Armed Forces or former service members discharged under honorable conditions, ensuring they can return to their previous positions or similar ones with comparable seniority, status, and pay after their service, and are protected from being discharged without cause for one year after their return.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (9)
Tracy Arnold (R)*,
Charles Blackwell (R)*,
Rodney Hall (R)*,
W.I. Harris (R)*,
Jeffrey Hulum (D)*,
Dana McLean (R)*,
Jansen Owen (R)*,
Kimberly Remak (R)*,
Beth Luther Waldo (R)*,
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0574.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0500-0599/HB0574IN.htm |
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