Mississippi · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1740: MDOC; prohibit charging of inmates seeking certain healthcare services and provide kiosks at facilities for inmate requests for healthcare appointments.

In committee Last action February 3, 2026: Died In Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 1740 is a bill introduced in the Mississippi House on January 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: MDOC; prohibit charging of inmates seeking certain healthcare services and provide kiosks at facilities for inmate requests for healthcare appointments. Primary sponsor: Becky Currie (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 3, 2026): Died In Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Becky Currie (Republican). 1 co-sponsor.