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MS HB654

Bill

Status

Failed

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Ford

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands medical exemption eligibility for tinted vehicle windows to include diagnoses from optometrists licensed in Mississippi, in addition to physicians already authorized under current law
  • Allows individuals with physical conditions or diseases seriously aggravated by minimum sunlight exposure to apply tinted film to windshields and windows that would otherwise violate state requirements
  • Requires applicants to submit an affidavit signed by a physician or optometrist attesting to the qualifying medical condition, along with proof of vehicle ownership
  • Medical exemption certificates are issued free of charge through county tax collector offices and must be displayed on the vehicle dashboard
  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Motor vehicle tinted window; authorize those diagnosed with certain condition by optometrist licensed in the state to drive with.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/13/2026

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