Mississippi · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 842: Income tax; exclude forgiven, cancelled or discharged federal student loan debt under the PSLF Program from the definition of "gross income".
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 842 is a bill introduced in the Mississippi House on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Income tax; exclude forgiven, cancelled or discharged federal student loan debt under the PSLF Program from the definition of "gross income". Primary sponsor: Bob Evans (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 25, 2026): Died In Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Evans | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 91 |
“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 Ways and Means