State Health Officer; require certain orders issued by to be approved by the Governor.

HB 1572 would require Mississippi's Governor to approve any orders issued by the State Health Officer related to disease control measures (such as quarantine or sanitation) before those orders are released to the public. This applies specifically to orders aimed at suppressing diseases and preventing their spread within the state. The bill adds a new step requiring Governor approval for public disclosure, without changing the State Health Officer's authority to issue such orders. The bill was introduced in 2025 but died in committee without becoming law.