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MS HB612

MS HB612
State agencies; authorize to enter into intergovernmental support agreeements with military branches.


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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
02/05/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Authorize State Agencies And Divisions Thereof To Enter Into Intergovernmental Support Agreements With Military Branches; To Amend Section 73-15-21, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Persons Who Have Completed The Training Required For A United States Coast Guard Health Services Technician And Then Completed Two Years Of Clinical Experience That Involves Providing Direct Patient Care, Shall Be Authorized To Take The Examination To Be Licensed As A Licensed Practical Nurse; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill allows state agencies to enter into intergovernmental support agreements with branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, as authorized by federal law (10 U.S.C. Section 2679), to provide services to military installations within Mississippi. Additionally, it amends existing law regarding the qualifications for licensed practical nurse (LPN) applicants by expanding the list of military medical personnel who can qualify for an LPN license to include United States Coast Guard Health Services Technicians, in addition to existing provisions for Army Combat Medic Specialists, Navy Hospital Corpsmen, and Air Force Aerospace Medical Service Specialists, provided they also meet specific clinical experience and other requirements.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Transmitted To Senate (on 02/06/2026)

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