HB1611Introduced in the House
Justice court judges; authorize to set bail for capital offenses.
Introduced by Kevin Horan, District 34
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Amend Section 99-5-11, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Justice Court Judges To Set Bail For Capital Offenses; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
March 3, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: House Passed · February 10, 2026
92
Yes
20
No
10
Absent or Not Voting
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What do people think?
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See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Lester Carpenter | 1 | Yes |
| Brad Mattox | 2 | Yes |
| William Arnold | 3 | Yes |
| Jody Steverson | 4 | Not Voting |
| John Faulkner | 5 | No |
| Justin Keen | 6 | Yes |
| Kimberly Remak | 7 | Yes |
| John Lamar | 8 | Yes |
| Cedric Burnett | 9 | Yes |
| Josh Hawkins | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Referred To Judiciary B
Title Suff Do Pass
Passed
Transmitted To Senate
Referred To Judiciary, Division B
Died In Committee
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