HB 400 Mississippi House · 2026 Regular Session

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.
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Introduced Jan 12, 2026 Last action Feb 3, 2026
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