Mississippi · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 291: Texting while driving; change from civil to traffic violation and increase penalty.

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

Plain-language summary

HB 291 is a bill introduced in the Mississippi House on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Texting while driving; change from civil to traffic violation and increase penalty. Primary sponsor: Gene Newman (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 3, 2026): Died In Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Gene Newman (Republican).