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MS HB8
Bill
Status
Failed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Omeria Scott
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AI Summary
- Allows individuals whose driver's licenses were suspended for non-compliance with child support orders to petition chancery court within 30 days for a hardship license
- Requires proof by clear and convincing evidence that license suspension would hinder employment, including a recommendation letter from the Mississippi Department of Human Services
- Hardship license holders may only drive to work and religious services, with the license valid for four years at a cost of $25.00
- Hardship licenses must look substantially different from regular licenses and cannot be issued for commercial motor vehicle operation
- Amends Mississippi Code sections 63-1-5, 63-1-43, 63-1-47, and 93-11-157 to establish hardship license as a new license type, effective July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Driver's license; authorize issuance of hardship license to persons suspended for being out of compliance with order of support.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary A1/7/2026
Full Bill Text
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