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MS HB1403

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

2/17/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lester Carpenter

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates February 13 as "Veterans with Combat Injuries Day" in Mississippi to honor veterans injured during combat service
  • Classified as a day of recognition and observation, not a legal holiday (similar to Elvis Presley Day and Tuskegee Airmen Day)
  • Amends Section 3-3-7 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, which governs state holidays and commemorative days
  • Bill has passed the legislature and was sent to the Governor for signature during the 2026 Regular Session
  • Sponsored by Representative Carpenter and referred to the Rules Committee

Legislative Description

Veterans with Combat Injuries Day; designate February 13 as.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

2/17/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules1/29/2026
Rules1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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