Mississippi Math Act and Financial Literacy Act - K-12 Education Initiatives

Mississippi Governor signed SB2294 enacting the Mississippi Math Act (M3 Program) within the State Department of Education, establishing K-12 mathematics coaching, K-5 screening, and Algebra-readiness indicators. The bill also enacts the J.P. Wilemon, Jr., Financial Literacy Act requiring financial literacy curriculum in grades 6-8 starting 2027-2028, and the Mississippi Future Innovators Act requiring computer science credit for the 2029-2030 ninth-grade class.

MDCPS Central Registry Provisions Amended

Mississippi Governor signed SB2805, amending MDCPS state central registry provisions. The bill requires courts to send judgment copies to the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services upon criminal conviction related to child abuse or neglect, and authorizes courts to place parents or guardians on the state central registry as substantiated perpetrators under specified conditions.

Mississippi Authorizes Electric Utility Storm Damage Revenue Bonds

Mississippi Governor signed SB3229 into law on April 6, 2026, establishing the Mississippi 2026 Severe Winter Storm Electric Utility Customer Relief and Electric Utility System Restoration Act. The law authorizes the Mississippi Public Service Commission to issue financing orders allowing electric utilities to issue revenue bonds to cover costs of repairing damage caused by the 2026 winter storm, with utilities recovering costs through system restoration charges collected from retail customers.

Mississippi SB2474 establishes Rare Disease Task Force

Mississippi enacted SB2474 establishing a Rare Disease Task Force within the Mississippi Rare Disease Advisory Council. The task force will identify gaps in care, evaluate funding and insurance coverage practices, advise policymakers on evidence-based solutions, and ensure equitable access to rare disease therapies. The bill passed unanimously (Senate 52-0, House 118-0) and also amends HB 1622 to replace 'license' with 'exemption' terminology.

NH Annual Complaint Data Reporting Date Adjustment

New Hampshire Governor Ayotte signed HB1379 into law (Chapter 24). The bill modifies the reporting date for annual complaint data. The change takes effect June 2, 2026. This is a procedural adjustment to state reporting timelines affecting New Hampshire state agencies and entities subject to annual complaint reporting requirements.

Background Check Disqualifications for Educator Credentials

New Hampshire Governor Ayotte signed HB1373 into law (Chapter 23), establishing disqualification criteria for educator credential applicants based on background check results. The bill passed unanimously through both chambers with no opposition, affecting individuals seeking teaching credentials in New Hampshire's public and private educational institutions.

New Hampshire Real Estate Practice Act Amendments

New Hampshire Governor signed HB1110 into law, amending the state's Real Estate Practice Act. The bill passed both chambers with unanimous committee support and takes effect June 2, 2026. Real estate licensees and professionals must comply with updated requirements under Chapter 21.

Voter Photo ID Requirement

New Hampshire Governor Ayotte signed HB323 into law (Chapter 20) on April 6, 2026. The bill requires voters to present a government-issued photographic identification in order to vote. The law takes effect on June 2, 2026, affecting all New Hampshire voters participating in state elections.

Funeral Directors Regulation

New Hampshire Governor Ayotte signed HB1119 into law (Chapter 22) on April 6, 2026, with an effective date of June 2, 2026. The bill amends state regulations concerning funeral directors, passing both chambers with unanimous committee support. This legislation affects licensed funeral directors and funeral homes operating in New Hampshire.

HB1107 passed Senate second reading, medical care access

HB1107 passed Senate second reading, medical care access