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MS HB1307

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Beth Waldo

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Reauthorizes Mississippi's Caller ID Anti-Spoofing Act by bringing forward existing code sections without substantive changes, effective July 1, 2026

  • Prohibits knowingly transmitting misleading or inaccurate caller identification information with intent to defraud, cause harm, or wrongfully obtain something of value

  • Exempts law enforcement agencies, federal intelligence/security agencies, and telecommunications providers acting solely as transmission intermediaries from the anti-spoofing requirements

  • Violations constitute a misdemeanor punishable by fines up to $1,000, jail time up to one year, or both

  • Violations also trigger penalties under the Mississippi Consumer Protection Act (unlawful trade practice) and the Mississippi Telephone Solicitation Act

Legislative Description

Anti-Spoofing; bring forward sections that regulate.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Public Utilities1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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