HB1615Introduced in the House
Enhanced penalties for crimes against certain persons; include certain CPS employees.
Introduced by Angela Cockerham, District 96
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
An Act To Amend Section 99-19-301, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Add Social Services Occupational Group Employees From The Mississippi Department Of Child Protection Services To The Enhanced Penalty Group; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Approved by Governor
March 17, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
House votes
1 recorded vote · each counted separately
Senate votes
1 recorded vote · each counted separately
SenateStage: Senate Passed · March 5, 2026
52
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
52 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Michael McLendon | 1 | Yes |
| Theresa Gillespie Isom | 2 | Yes |
| Kathy Chism | 3 | Yes |
| Rita Potts Parks | 4 | Yes |
| Daniel Sparks | 5 | Yes |
| Chad Mcmahan | 6 | Yes |
| Hob Bryan | 7 | Yes |
| Benjamin Suber | 8 | Yes |
| Nicole Boyd | 9 | Yes |
| Neil Whaley | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Referred To Judiciary B
Title Suff Do Pass
Read the Third Time
Passed
Transmitted To Senate
Referred To Judiciary, Division B
Title Suff Do Pass
Passed
Returned For Enrolling
Enrolled Bill Signed
Enrolled Bill Signed
Approved by Governor
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