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MS HB477

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Noah Sanford

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Mississippi Code Section 93-19-13 to explicitly authorize persons 18 years or older to convey and encumber personal property, mortgages, and real property
  • Clarifies existing law that already permits 18-year-olds to enter binding contracts affecting personal property, mortgages, real property, and investments in mutual funds, stocks, and bonds
  • Preserves the authority of chancery courts to remove the disability of minority for minors who own real estate, enabling them to sell, mortgage, lease, or convey property
  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Real property conveyance; authorize 18 year olds to contract for.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division A2/16/2026
Judiciary A1/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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