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MS SB2114

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Angela Burks Hill

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a state felony for aliens entering Mississippi directly from a foreign nation at any location other than a lawful port of entry, punishable by at least 2 years imprisonment

  • Adds a separate felony charge (minimum 2 years, up to 5 years for violent or sex offenses) for illegal aliens arrested for crimes punishable by 3+ months imprisonment, in addition to penalties for the underlying offense

  • Requires the Department of Public Safety to execute a 287(g) agreement with ICE within 120 days, and requires all county detention facilities to enter similar agreements by October 1, 2026

  • Allows courts to discharge defendants (except those charged with violent or sex crimes) in lieu of prosecution if they agree to return to their country of origin and pay a $35,000 fine

  • Defendants convicted under this act are ineligible for expunction, parole, nonadjudication, or any early release program

Legislative Description

Immigration; criminalize illegal entry under state law and require cooperation with federal authorities.

Last Action

Decline to Concur/Invite Conf

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A2/16/2026
Judiciary, Division B1/9/2026

Full Bill Text

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