Driver's license; authorize issuance of hardship license for those suspended due to noncompliance with an order of support.
HB 406 creates a hardship driver's license for Mississippi residents whose regular license was suspended due to unpaid child support. To qualify, applicants must prove hardship (like job loss) through court review and provide documentation, including a recommendation from the Mississippi Department of Human Services. The license costs $25, is valid for four years, and restricts driving only to work or religious services - no commercial vehicles allowed. It also requires the license to look distinct from a standard license and updates fee structures for hardship licenses in state law.
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 B
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Kabir Karriem
DDemocratic
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