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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 3-3-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Declare The Second Monday In October To Be Indigenous Native American Day; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi law to declare the second Monday in October as Indigenous Native American Day, adding it to the list of legal holidays in the state, which are specific days recognized by law for observance, such as New Year's Day and Independence Day. This change means that the second Monday in October will now be officially recognized as a holiday, alongside existing holidays like Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday and Veterans' Day. The bill also specifies that this new holiday will take effect on July 1, 2026.
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/HB0845.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0800-0899/HB0845IN.htm |
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