HB879Introduced in the House
Licensure; revise reciprocity requirements for out-of-state attorneys.
Introduced by Dana Underwood McLean, District 39
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Amend Section 73-3-25, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That A Lawyer From Another State Who Establishes Residency In Mississippi For Twelve Consecutive Months Who Also Has Practiced For Not Less Than Five Years In A State Where He Or She Is Admitted, In Good Standing And On Active Status Must Be Admitted To Practice In This State Without Being Required To Take An Examination; To Amend Section 73-3-2, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Section; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
February 3, 2026
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Bill history
Referred To Judiciary A
Died In Committee
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