MS Public Records Act; prohibit confidentiality of settlement agreement.

SB 2127 would require all settlement agreements between Mississippi public bodies (like state agencies, cities, or school boards) and other parties to be made public, prohibiting confidentiality clauses in such settlements. The bill states that neither the parties nor courts could keep settlement terms secret or seal related court records. This directly affects public entities and anyone involved in civil disputes with them, ensuring transparency in how public funds are resolved. The law would amend Mississippi's public records statute to explicitly require disclosure of settlement details, aligning with broader public access principles. It was introduced but died in committee in February 2026.