Mississippi · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1589: Teachers who have sexual relations with students; prohibit resignation in lieu of termination.

In committee Last action February 12, 2026: Died On Calendar

Plain-language summary

HB 1589 is a bill introduced in the Mississippi House on January 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Teachers who have sexual relations with students; prohibit resignation in lieu of termination. Primary sponsor: Jansen Owen (Republican). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2026): Died On Calendar.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jansen Owen (Republican). 3 co-sponsors.