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MS SB2564

MS SB2564
Personal care homes; require licensure and regulation of those providing living arrangements for one or more persons.


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Introduced
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 43-11-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Personal Care Homes Must Be Licensed And Regulated By The State Department Of Health If They Provide Individual Or Group Living Arrangements For One Or More Persons Who Are Unrelated To The Operator; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing Mississippi law to require that "personal care homes," defined as any place, whether governmental or private, that offers living arrangements for one or more individuals unrelated to the operator and provides them with food, shelter, and personal care (assistance with daily living activities like bathing and dressing), must be licensed and regulated by the State Department of Health, which is referred to as the "licensing agency" in the bill, to ensure the health and safety of residents.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)

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