Mississippi · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 789: Jury duty; reinstate person's name to master list once voting rights restored upon satisfaction of all sentencing requirements.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 789 is a bill introduced in the Mississippi House on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Jury duty; reinstate person's name to master list once voting rights restored upon satisfaction of all sentencing requirements. Primary sponsor: Timaka James-Jones (Democratic). 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 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timaka James-Jones | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Zakiya Summers | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 68 |
“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
- Referred To Apportionment and Elections;Judiciary B