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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 Provide That Willful False Allegations That A Felony Or Misdemeanor Was Committed Because Of The Actual Or Perceived Race, Color, Ancestry, Ethnicity, Religion, National Origin Or Gender Of Any Person Shall Be Unlawful; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill makes it illegal for anyone to intentionally and knowingly falsely claim that a felony or misdemeanor crime was committed because of a person's race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, national origin, or gender, which are characteristics often protected under hate crime laws. If convicted of making such a false allegation, the individual will face a felony charge, punishable by one to five years in prison, a fine of at least $5,000, and reimbursement for all costs incurred by law enforcement, the court, and attorneys due to the false accusation.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
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/HB1025.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1000-1099/HB1025IN.htm |
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