Coroner qualifications; revise minimum education requirement.

HB 1422 would require future Mississippi county coroners (elected or appointed after July 1, 2027) to hold a bachelor's degree or higher in specific fields like forensic science, criminal justice, or medicine. Current coroners serving on July 1, 2027, who lack such a degree could continue in their roles without meeting the new requirement. The bill, which died in committee in February 2026, would have amended Mississippi law to set this education standard for the office. It directly affects individuals seeking the coroner position after the 2027 effective date, not current officeholders.