Mississippi House Bill 1198: Historical monuments and memorials; prohibit moving and authorize aggrieved person to bring legal action for violations.

Mississippi · 2026 Regular Session

What it does

An Act To Amend Section 55-15-81, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Authority Of A Governing Body To Move A Historical Monument Or Memorial To A Different Location; To Grant Standing To A Person Who Feels That A Violation Of The Prohibition Against Moving Historical Monuments And Memorials Has Occurred To Bring A Legal Action Against The Alleged Offender In The County In Which The Violation Occurred; And For Related Purposes.

Latest action

Died In Committee (2026-02-03)

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