Mississippi 2018 Regular Session Status: In Committee 1 R cosponsors

HB 979 — Reports of suspected abuse; require persons who make to Child Protection Service and Department of Human Services to give their name and contact information.

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    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 2018 Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Bill Text

How this bill changes current law

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The bill amends existing law to require that individuals reporting suspected child abuse or neglect, as well as abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable persons, must provide their name, address, and telephone number to the Department of Child Protection Services or the Department of Human Services.

  • Section 43-21-353

    The name, address and telephone number of the person making the report.

    Adds a requirement for reporters to provide their personal contact information when making a report.

  • Section 43-47-7

    The name, address and telephone number of the person making the report.

    Requires individuals reporting suspected abuse or neglect of vulnerable persons to provide their contact details.

Action History

  1. Died In Committee

  2. Referred To Public Health and Human Services

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 174 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (174)

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors HB 979?
HB 979 is sponsored by Timmy Ladner (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 979?
This bill died with 2018 Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HB 979?
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