HB1022Introduced in the House
Traffic fines for seatbelt and child safety restraint violations; increase and provide for distribution of between SDE and DPS.
Introduced by Gene Newman, District 61
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Amend Sections 63-2-7 And 63-7-309, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Increase The Fines For Seatbelt And Child Safety Restraint Violations To $100.00 For Each Violation; To Provide For The Equal Distribution Of Fines Collected For Such Violation Between The State Department Of Education And The Mississippi Department Of Public Safety For Purposes Of Funding Driver's Education And Training; To Bring Forward Sections 63-2-1 And 63-7-301, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
February 3, 2026
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Bill history
Referred To Judiciary B;Appropriations A
Died In Committee
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