Mississippi · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1136: Obesity medicine; define as within practice of medicine and allow physicians to prescribe obesity drugs via telemedicine.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1136 is a bill introduced in the Mississippi House on January 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Obesity medicine; define as within practice of medicine and allow physicians to prescribe obesity drugs via telemedicine. Primary sponsor: Sam Creekmore (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2026): Died On Calendar.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Creekmore | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 14 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Died On Calendar
- Read the Third Time
- Title Suff Do Pass
- Referred To Public Health and Human Services