Mississippi · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 201: "Donald J. Trump Ban-the-Box Act"; create to prohibit public employers from using criminal history as a bar to employment.

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

Plain-language summary

HB 201 is a bill introduced in the Mississippi House on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Donald J. Trump Ban-the-Box Act"; create to prohibit public employers from using criminal history as a bar to employment. Primary sponsor: Omeria Scott (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 3, 2026): Died In Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Omeria Scott (Democratic).