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 Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
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.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Becky Currie | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 92 |
| Otis Anthony | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 31 |
“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 In Committee
- DR - TSDP: CN To AP
- Referred To Corrections;Appropriations A