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MS SB2387

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jeff Tate

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Residents of other states who live within 15 miles of the Mississippi border would become eligible to apply for a Mississippi notary public commission
  • Applicants must have resided in the border area for at least 30 days immediately preceding the application date
  • All other existing requirements remain unchanged: minimum age of 18, U.S. citizen or permanent resident, ability to read and write English, and a $5,000 surety bond
  • Notary commissions are issued for four-year terms by the Secretary of State
  • Effective date is July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Notaries; authorize commissions for persons residing within 15 miles of the border of Mississippi.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division A1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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