Bill > SB2273

This bill amends existing Mississippi law to allow for the removal of appointed state officers for certain forms of willful neglect, in addition to existing grounds for removal such as criminal convictions. Specifically, it defines willful neglect to include failing to respond to a subpoena, not complying with court-ordered repayment of misspent funds or agreements with the State Auditor or Attorney General to repay such funds, or missing more than three consecutive meetings of a board, commission, or authority without justification. The process for removal would involve a complaint or resolution from the Governor, State Auditor, Senate, or House of Representatives, followed by an investigation by the Attorney General, and a petition to the Hinds County Circuit Court for removal. If removed under these provisions, the officer would be barred from future appointments by the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, or other executive branch officials. This change is intended to provide a mechanism for holding appointed state officials accountable for dereliction of duty beyond criminal offenses.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB2273.xml