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MS HB1022
Bill
Status
Failed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Gene Newman
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AI Summary
- Increases fines for seatbelt violations from $25 to $100 per offense, with the operator responsible for violations by themselves and passengers
- Increases fines for child safety restraint violations from $25 to $100 per offense for children under age 7 who require car seats or booster seats
- Distributes all collected fines equally (50/50) between the State Department of Education and Mississippi Department of Public Safety for driver's education and training programs
- Seatbelt violations remain classified as misdemeanors and will not be recorded on an individual's driving record
- Effective date of July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Traffic fines for seatbelt and child safety restraint violations; increase and provide for distribution of between SDE and DPS.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary B1/16/2026
Full Bill Text
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