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MS HB299

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Cedric Burnett

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes retired judges of the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, circuit court, chancery court, and county court to solemnize marriages anywhere in Mississippi
  • Retired judges would have the same statewide authority as active judges, ministers, rabbis, and other religious leaders to perform marriages
  • Justice court judges and board of supervisors members remain limited to performing marriages only within their respective counties
  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Retired judges; authorize to solemnize marriages.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A1/8/2026

Full Bill Text

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