SB2402Introduced in the Senate
The Amy Act; remove grace period for lobbyist registering with the SOS office after lobbying.
Introduced by Nicole Boyd, District 9
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
An Act To Amend Section 5-8-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Remove The Grace Period For Lobbyists To Register With The Secretary Of State's Office After The Lobbyist Has Engaged In Lobbying Activities; To Amend Section 5-8-17, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Create "the Amy Act," Which Allows The Secretary Of State To Penalizes Lobbyists Who Fail To File Their Registration Statement(s) And Fee(s) Prior To Engaging In Lobbying Activities In This State; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
March 3, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Passed · February 5, 2026
52
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
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What do people think?
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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 Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency
Title Suff Do Pass
Passed
Immediate Release
Transmitted To House
Referred To Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency
Died In Committee
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