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MS HB1744
MS HB1744Department of Health and MDOC; require to establish Hepatitis C and HIV Treatment Program for state inmates.
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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
In Committee
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
Crossed Over
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Passed
Dead
03/03/2026
03/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 41-3-15, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Department Of Health And The Department Of Corrections' Comprehensive Healthcare Services Provider To Establish A Hepatitis C Program And A Hiv Treatment Program For State Inmates; To Provide That The Department Of Health And The Department Of Corrections Shall Develop A Plan For Improving The Health Of Female Inmates; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that the Mississippi Department of Health and the Department of Corrections' healthcare provider establish a Hepatitis C Program and an HIV Treatment Program for individuals incarcerated in state facilities, with the Department of Health assisting in securing medications for these conditions at reduced prices through the 340B drug pricing program, which is a federal program that allows certain healthcare providers to purchase outpatient drugs at significantly reduced prices. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Health and the Department of Corrections to create a plan specifically aimed at improving the overall health of female inmates.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 03/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB1744.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1700-1799/HB1744PS.htm |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1700-1799/HB1744IN.htm |
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