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MS SB2378
MS SB2378Court reporters; increase fee authorized for preparing transcripts and other papers.
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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 25-7-89, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Increase The Fee A Court Reporter May Receive Preparing Transcripts And Other Papers; To Provide That Court Reporters Shall Format Transcribed Documents To Reasonably Minimize The Number Of Printed Pages; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, by amending Section 25-7-89 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, increases the fee that court reporters can charge for preparing transcripts and other related documents from $2.40 to $4.00 per page. A transcript is a written record of spoken testimony in court proceedings. Additionally, the bill requires court reporters to format these transcribed documents in a way that reasonably minimizes the number of printed pages, aiming for efficiency. This change is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Nicole Boyd (R)*,
Joey Fillingane (R)*,
Rod Hickman (D)*,
Derrick Simmons (D)*,
Sarita Simmons (D)*,
Brice Wiggins (R)*,
Last Action
Referred To Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency (on 02/06/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB2378.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2300-2399/SB2378PS.htm |
| Amendment No 1 | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/sam/SB2378_S_Amend_01.htm |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2300-2399/SB2378IN.htm |
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