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MS HB406

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kabir Karriem

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes chancery courts to issue hardship driver's licenses to individuals whose licenses were suspended for non-compliance with child support orders, effective July 1, 2026
  • Requires petitioners to prove by clear and convincing evidence that license suspension would hinder their ability to maintain employment, including a recommendation letter from the Mississippi Department of Human Services
  • Limits hardship license holders to driving only to work and religious services, with no authorization to operate commercial motor vehicles
  • Sets the hardship license fee at $25.00 and establishes a four-year term for the license
  • Requires the hardship license to be visually distinct from regular driver's licenses, with the Department of Public Safety responsible for developing the design

Legislative Description

Driver's license; authorize issuance of hardship license for those suspended due to noncompliance with an order of support.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B1/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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