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MS HB537
Bill
Status
Failed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Lee Yancey
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AI Summary
- State employees may use major medical leave for their own mental health care or treatment with a psychiatrist, psychologist, or licensed professional counselor
- Mental health leave is subject to the same requirements as other medical leave, including using one day of personal or compensatory leave first for each absence
- Absences of 32 or more consecutive working hours for mental health treatment require certification from the attending provider
- The bill amends Section 25-3-95 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 and takes effect July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
State employees; authorize to use major medical leave for their mental health care or treatment.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency1/12/2026
Full Bill Text
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