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MS HB1080

MS HB1080
Hiram Revels; declare September 27th in recognition, observation and commemoration.


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Introduced
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 3-3-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Declare September 27th As Hiram Revels Day; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill declares September 27th as Hiram Revels Day in Mississippi to recognize, observe, and commemorate Hiram Revels, who made history as the first African American to serve in the United States Congress when he was elected to the U.S. Senate by the Mississippi Legislature in 1870 and 1871 during the Reconstruction era. This designation, which amends Section 3-3-7 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, specifies that Hiram Revels Day will be a day of recognition and observation, not a legal holiday, and will take effect on July 1, 2026.

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)

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