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MS HB93
Bill
Status
Failed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
John Hines
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AI Summary
- Authorizes chancery and county courts to establish domestic abuse court programs, with municipal and justice courts able to participate in county-level programs
- Domestic abuse courts will focus on victim safety and offender accountability by coordinating criminal justice professionals, social services, and intensive judicial monitoring
- Creates the Domestic Abuse Court Fund in the State Treasury to provide supplemental funding, supported by legislative appropriations, federal funds, and a new $1.00 state assessment on various criminal violations
- Requires the Administrative Office of Courts to develop uniform standards governing court establishment, funding, procedures, referral protocols, participant eligibility, and available services
- Allows domestic abuse courts to hire staff including administrators, case managers, counselors, and clerical personnel, and to accept private donations and government grants
- Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Domestic abuse court program; establish.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary A1/7/2026
Full Bill Text
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