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MS HB782
MS HB782Monuments and displays; prohibit construction or removal on State Capitol grounds unless authorized by the Legislature.
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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 55-15-81, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit The Removal Or Construction Of A Monument, Display, Statue, Memorial, Or Nameplate From Or On The State Capitol Grounds Unless Authorized By An Act Of The Legislature; To Amend Section 39-5-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Relates To The Powers And Duties Of The Board Of Trustees Of The Department Of Archives And History, To Conform To The Preceding Provision; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that any new monument, display, statue, memorial, or nameplate (plaque) can only be constructed on or removed from the State Capitol grounds in Mississippi if the Legislature specifically authorizes it through an act. This legislative oversight is deemed necessary to ensure proper control over such items on the State Capitol grounds. Additionally, the bill amends existing law to align the powers and duties of the Board of Trustees of the Department of Archives and History, which is the state agency responsible for historical preservation, to reflect this new requirement, ensuring they cannot proceed with actions concerning these specific items on Capitol grounds without legislative approval.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
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/HB0782.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0700-0799/HB0782IN.htm |
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