Wills and estates; authorize video recorded with certain conditions.
HB 400 allows Mississippi residents to create legally valid wills using video recordings, directly affecting individuals drafting wills in the state. It requires spoken "nuncupative" wills to be video recorded with specific conditions: the testator must state their name, mental capacity, date, and location at the start and end; the recording must be continuous with clear facial visibility; and a disinterested witness must declare no financial interest. The bill repeals a previous requirement that nuncupative wills be written down later for validity. It takes effect July 1, 2026, if enacted.
Bill status
died
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Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 12, 2026
Last action Feb 3, 2026
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Jan 12, 2026
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Referred To Judiciary A
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Randy Rushing
RRepublican
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