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HB1003Introduced in the House

Crimes of exposing another to contagious diseases and endangerment by bodily substance; revise elements and penalties.

Failed

Introduced by Tamarra Butler-Washington, District 69

What does this bill do?

Plain-English breakdown

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Official description

An Act To Amend Section 97-27-14, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Crime Of Causing Exposure To Certain Contagious Diseases To Intentional Transmission Of Infectious Diseases; To Establish Defenses To Prosecution; To Revise The Penalties For Persons Guilty Of Committing The Crimes Of Intentional Transmission Of Infectious Diseases And Endangerment By Bodily Substance; And For Related Purposes.

Where it stands

Died In Committee

February 3, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Referred To Judiciary B

  2. Died In Committee

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