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MS HB516

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rickey Thompson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends registration periods for charitable organizations from annual renewal to every 3-5 years, with the exact timeframe determined by the Mississippi Secretary of State
  • Applies the same 3-5 year registration cycle to professional fund-raisers, fund-raising counsel, and professional solicitors who work with charitable organizations
  • Maintains existing registration fees: $250 for professional fund-raisers and $50 for charitable organizations
  • Requires charitable organizations to submit financial statements and IRS filings for each completed fiscal year since their last report when renewing
  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Charitable organizations; revise the registration renewal period of certain from every year to every 3 to 5 years.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency1/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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