MS HB1127

Establishes public policy prohibiting application of foreign laws in Mississippi judicial proceedings when such application would violate rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution or Mississippi Constitution, including due process, freedom of religion, speech, press, privacy, and marriage rights.

Voids and makes unenforceable any court ruling, arbitration decision, or administrative agency ruling based on foreign law that fails to grant parties the same fundamental liberties and rights as provided under U.S. and Mississippi Constitutions.

Voids and makes unenforceable contractual provisions selecting foreign law or foreign jurisdiction if the chosen law would deny parties fundamental constitutional rights and liberties granted under U.S. and Mississippi law.

Provides that Mississippi courts shall deny forum non conveniens claims if granting them would violate the fundamental rights of a Mississippi resident in the foreign forum.

Exempts religious organizations from these provisions regarding ecclesiastical matters and preserves the right to free exercise of religion; also preserves applicability of federal treaties and international agreements that preempt state law.