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MS HB592

Bill

Status

Failed

2/25/2026

Primary Sponsor

Zakiya Summers

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a state income tax credit equal to 5% of the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) claimed by Mississippi taxpayers
  • Credit is fully refundable, meaning taxpayers receive a refund from the Department of Revenue for any credit amount exceeding their state income tax liability
  • Taxpayers must claim the federal EITC and provide a copy of their federal return to the Department of Revenue to qualify
  • Effective date is January 1, 2026
  • Does not affect any tax claims, assessments, or collection actions for taxes accrued before the effective date

Legislative Description

Income tax; provide a credit for taxpayers who claim a federal earned income tax credit.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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