Mississippi Legislative Expenses Appropriation Act of 2026

Mississippi Governor signed HB1928 into law on April 7, 2026, making an appropriation for legislative expenses for Fiscal Year 2027. The bill funds the Mississippi Legislature, Joint Legislative Budget Committee, Joint Legislative Committee on Performance Evaluation and Expenditure Review, Joint Legislative Reapportionment Committee, and Joint Committee on Compilation, Revision and Publication of Legislation. It also covers monthly expense allowances for legislators and the state's share of various assessments.

HB4111 - Hancock County Tourism Development Bureau Inactive

Mississippi Governor signed HB4111 into law on April 6, 2026, making the Hancock County Tourism Development Bureau inactive due to financial constraints. All bureau activities are to be held in abeyance until reactivated by the Hancock County Board of Supervisors. The bill amends Chapter 1019 of Local and Private Laws from 1996.

HB4000 creates Grenada County Utility Authority, Mississippi

HB4000 creates Grenada County Utility Authority, Mississippi

Perry County Justice Court Building Fee Assessment

The Mississippi State Legislature has enacted HB4113, authorizing the Board of Supervisors of Perry County to assess fees on civil cases filed and misdemeanor convictions obtained in justice court. The fees will fund repairs, reconstruction, operation, furnishing, technology, and maintenance of the Perry County Justice Court building. This creates a new financial obligation for parties filing civil cases and those convicted of misdemeanors in Perry County justice court.

HB4134 authorizes Lowndes County Industrial Zone Emergency Response District

Mississippi Governor signed HB4134 on April 6, 2026, authorizing Lowndes County Board of Supervisors to establish an Industrial Zone Emergency Response District. The district will be funded through special assessments levied on industrial taxpayers based on property value and employee count. The district may issue bonds, accept annexations, and is exempt from state, county, and municipal taxes.

HF4585 - Harassment Restraining Order Petitioner Notification Required

Minnesota House Bill HF4585 has been introduced in the 94th Legislature (2025-2026) to require that petitioners be notified when a harassment restraining order has been served. The bill was introduced on March 23, 2026, passed by the House, and referred to the Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee for further consideration.

Abusive head trauma training requirements modified for child care providers

Minnesota House Bill HF4384 passed the House on March 16, 2026, modifying training requirements for child care providers related to abusive head trauma (commonly known as shaken baby syndrome). The bill, sponsored by Representatives Bakeberg and West, was referred to the Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee and subsequently to the Ways and Means Committee. The legislation adjusts existing statutory training mandates for child care staff on recognizing and preventing abusive head trauma in children.

Minnesota HF4213 preK-12 education funding passes

Minnesota House Bill HF4213 passed on March 12, 2026, making forecast adjustments to prekindergarten through grade 12 education programs and appropriating funds. The bill was introduced on March 12, 2026, referred to the Education Finance Committee, and subsequently to the Ways and Means Committee where it was adopted and re-referred.

HF4203 - Cannabis Management Studies Modified

Minnesota HF4203 passed the House on March 12, 2026, modifying requirements for studies and annual market analysis conducted by the Office of Cannabis Management. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Jessica Hanson, was referred to the Commerce Finance and Policy Committee and subsequently to Ways and Means. If enacted, the legislation would alter reporting obligations and analytical requirements for Minnesota's cannabis regulatory framework.

Meat Processing Training and Retention Incentive Grantees Time Extension

Minnesota House Bill HF4372 passed on March 16, 2026, extending completion deadlines for meat processing training and retention incentive program grantees. The bill modifies existing grant program requirements to allow recipients additional time to complete their projects. Sponsored by Representatives Vang and Lee, the legislation passed through the Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee before being referred to Ways and Means.