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MS SB2417
Bill
AI Summary
- Reenacts and extends Mississippi's state employee remote work policy through July 1, 2029, replacing the previous 2025 repeal date
- Requires remote work employees to be physically present in the office at least three days per week, unless granted an exception by the governing authority and State Personnel Board or covered under ADA or other applicable laws
- Changes terminology from "telework" to "remote work" throughout the statute and shifts agency authority from seeking "guidance" to requiring "permission" from the State Personnel Board for remote work arrangements
- Mandates agencies report remote workers' names, job titles, office schedules, and remote work schedules to the State Personnel Board, which must submit annual utilization reports to legislative committees by December 31
- Authorizes the State Personnel Board to block personnel actions for agencies not in compliance with remote work reporting requirements, except during emergencies
Legislative Description
State employee telework policies; reenact and amend.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Workforce Development2/16/2026
Economic and Workforce Development1/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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