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MS SB2659
MS SB2659Lifetime conservationist legacy license; create for residents who are age 65 or older.
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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 49-7-153, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That A Resident Who Is 65 Years Of Age Or Older May Purchase A Lifetime Conservationist Legacy License To Support And Promote Conservation And To Leave A Legacy For Future Generations; To Set The Fee For A Lifetime Legacy License At Not Less Than $250.00; To Amend Section 49-7-151, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill creates a "lifetime conservationist legacy license" for Mississippi residents who are 65 years of age or older, allowing them to support conservation efforts and leave a legacy for future generations, even if they are already exempt from needing a hunting or fishing license due to their age. The fee for this new license will be set by the commission but must be at least $250.00. The bill also makes conforming changes to existing law to include this new license type.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred To Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks;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/SB2659.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2600-2699/SB2659PS.htm |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2600-2699/SB2659IN.htm |
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