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MS HB904

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Elliot Burch

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Bail agent licenses (professional, soliciting, or bail enforcement) must be suspended by the Commissioner when a court renders a civil judgment against the agent for money owed to an insurer or professional bail agent related to employment or termination

  • Suspended licenses may be reinstated after the judgment is satisfied by requesting a hearing under Section 83-39-17 and presenting proof of satisfaction

  • Credit card transaction fees, bond transfer fees, and other fees authorized by law or regulation are explicitly excluded from the 10% or 15% premium, commission, or fee caps that bail agents may charge

  • The bill takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Bail licenses; require suspension of when bail agent fails to pay insurer.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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